Sauces and Dips

Alfredo sauce is an Italian-American favorite, blending butter, cream, and Parmesan for a rich, luxurious flavor. Ideal for pasta dishes like fettuccine Alfredo, this sauce is comforting and indulgent.

Ingredients

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 garlic cloves, minced (optional)
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Melt butter in a saucepan; add garlic and sauté.
2. Pour in cream and simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Whisk in Parmesan until smooth. Adjust with more cream if too thick.
4. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Garnish with parsley.

Variations

• Garlic Alfredo: Add extra garlic for a stronger flavor.
• Lemon Alfredo: Incorporate lemon juice and zest.
• Mushroom Alfredo: Sauté mushrooms before adding cream.
• Cajun Alfredo: Add Cajun seasoning and hot sauce for a spicy kick.