Best Alfredo Sauce

Rich, creamy Alfredo Sauce - made with just 3 simple ingredients and packed with delicious flavor. This sauce is easy to make and pairs perfectly with any of your favorite pastas!

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Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 5

Servings:

Calories: 301kcal

Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter salted
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups Parmesan cheese freshly grated

Instructions

In a large saucepan or skillet, combine butter, heavy cream, salt and pepper.
Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until butter is melted.
Stir in 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan. Cook until cheese is completely melted; remove from heat.
Add an additional 1/2 cup grated Parmesan OR enough to reach desired consistency.
Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

Recipe Variations:

Add fresh minced garlic to the butter
Mix it up with a “secret ingredient” – aka any of your favorite seasonings (Italian seasoning, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, nutmeg or crushed red pepper flakes)
Lighten it up by using half & half in place of heavy cream. *Note: the sauce will have a thinner consistency.

Storage & Reheating Tips:

Leftover sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 5 days. You can also store it in the freezer for up to 1 month, and thaw it overnight in the refrigerator before using. Re-heat Alfredo sauce in a saucepan over low heat, stirring regularly.

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