Indulge in the creamy and rich flavors of this famous restaurant-style Alfredo sauce. Made with simple ingredients, this recipe will elevate your pasta dishes to a whole new level. Perfectly seasoned and velvety smooth, this Alfredo sauce is a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for seconds. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's a quick and easy recipe that you can whip up anytime.
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
Directions
- In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it starts to simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the butter. Stir until melted and well combined.
- Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Add the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried parsley. Stir well to incorporate all the flavors.
- Continue cooking the sauce on low heat for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and let the sauce sit for a minute to thicken slightly.
- Serve the Alfredo sauce over your favorite pasta and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Alfredo sauce was created by a chef named Alfredo di Lelio in Rome.
Originally, Alfredo sauce consisted only of butter and Parmesan cheese, without cream.
The addition of cream to Alfredo sauce became popular in the United States and is now a beloved variation of the original recipe.