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
- Melt butter in a saucepan; add garlic and sauté.
- Pour in cream and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Whisk in Parmesan until smooth. Adjust with more cream if too thick.
- 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.
