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Creamy Alfredo Sauce Recipe

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This Creamy Alfredo Sauce Recipe is rich, velvety, and made with just a few simple ingredients like cream cheese, butter, and Parmesan. It’s the perfect quick and easy sauce to elevate pasta, casseroles, or weeknight dinners—ready in 15 minutes with no roux required!

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons high-quality salted butter
  • 2–3 cloves garlic, minced (or ½ tsp garlic powder)
  • 4 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup heavy cream (at least 33% fat)
  • ¾ to 1 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Add cream cheese and whisk gently as it melts. It may appear curdled initially—keep whisking until smooth.
  3. Slowly pour in the heavy cream, whisking constantly. Let it heat and thicken slightly without boiling.
  4. Whisk in the shredded Parmesan until completely melted and sauce is smooth and velvety.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately over hot pasta or use in your favorite Alfredo-based recipes.

Notes

  • Use freshly shredded Parmesan for best texture and flavor.
  • Add cooked chicken, shrimp, or vegetables for a hearty meal.
  • A pinch of red pepper flakes or lemon zest adds extra flavor dimension.
  • Keep heat moderate to avoid curdling; do not boil.

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