Description
Indulge in a rich and velvety Alfredo sauce that transforms any pasta dish into a gourmet experience. This creamy concoction, featuring cream cheese, heavy cream, and fresh garlic, clings perfectly to your favorite noodles, delivering a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this Alfredo sauce is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz pasta of choice (fettuccine recommended)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Lower the heat and whisk in cream cheese until melted. Gradually add heavy cream while stirring continuously until smooth.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce until evenly coated. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 100mg