Description
This Creamy Alfredo Sauce brings together rich flavors from butter, garlic, and freshly grated Parmesan, making it a delightful addition to your quick dinners or comfort meals. It’s simple to prepare and promises to elevate any pasta dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 tsp garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup half and half
- 1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese
- up to 1/4 cup hot milk or pasta water
- 1 pkg fettuccine noodles – cooked to package directions
- freshly chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the minced garlic. Let it simmer for just a minute.
- Stir in the heavy cream and half and half, whisking until fully combined, then bring to a gentle simmer.
- Incorporate the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Gradually add the Parmesan cheese, stirring gently until melted and smooth.
- Once the cheese has melted completely, combine small amounts of hot milk or pasta water until the desired sauce consistency is achieved.
- Combine the sauce with the cooked fettuccine noodles and garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the thickness of the sauce by adding more hot milk or pasta water for a creamier texture.
Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese or herbs if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 28g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 130mg