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Classic Alfredo Sauce

Classic Alfredo Sauce Recipe

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 415
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ tsp fine sea salt
  • ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Pour in cream; bring to a gentle simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  3. Reduce heat to low. Gradually whisk in Parmesan until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Toss immediately with hot pasta, adding pasta water as needed, and serve at once.

Notes

For the silkiest sauce, grate your own Parmesan and avoid letting the cream boil. If you’re making it ahead, see the storing tips above — but fresh really is best.