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Classic Alfredo Sauce

Classic Alfredo sauce is a rich and creamy Italian sauce made with butter, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic, black pepper, and salt. It is typically served over cooked pasta, seafood, or chicken dishes. The sauce is made by melting butter in a saucepan, adding garlic, pouring in heavy cream, and gradually whisking in grated Parmesan cheese until it thickens. Classic Alfredo sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that is easy to make at home.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Add the heavy cream and garlic powder and stir until well combined.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer, and then reduce the heat to low.
  • Add the Parmesan cheese to the sauce and stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
  • Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

Keyword alfredo, sauce