how to make homemade alfredo sauce

To make homemade Alfredo sauce, you will need these basic ingredients:

• Butter (unsalted)
• Heavy cream
• Garlic (minced)
• Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
• Seasonings such as salt, pepper, and optionally Italian seasoning or garlic powder

Here is a straightforward method to prepare it:

1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
2. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
3. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently.
4. Gradually whisk in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens and becomes smooth.
5. Season with salt, pepper, and optional herbs or spices to taste.
6. Serve immediately over pasta.

For a richer and creamier sauce, some recipes add cream cheese or a combination of Parmesan and mozzarella cheese. Avoid boiling the sauce to prevent it from breaking or becoming clumpy; keep the heat low and stir gently throughout the cooking process. You can store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and reheat gently on the stove, whisking to maintain smoothness

. This simple homemade Alfredo sauce pairs beautifully with fettuccine or your favorite pasta and can also be used as a base for dishes like chicken Alfredo or Alfredo pizza.