Best 6 5 Ingredient Alfredo Sauce Recipes

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Alfredo sauce is a classic Italian sauce made with butter, cream, Parmesan cheese, and nutmeg. It is typically served over pasta, but it can also be used as a sauce for chicken, vegetables, or seafood. Alfredo sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be easily made at home with just a few ingredients. In this article, we will provide you with a recipe for a simple and delicious 5-ingredient Alfredo sauce that you can make in just a few minutes.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

EASY HOMEMADE ALFREDO SAUCE



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Easy Homemade Alfredo sauce recipe - Just 5 Ingredients for an easy Alfredo Sauce Recipe. This homemade Alfredo sauce recipe tastes amazing too!

Provided by Eating on a Dime

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup half and half
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese
pinch freshly grated nutmeg
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, over medium heat, melt the butter.
  • Add the half and half to the melted butter while whisking.
  • Add in thh garlic and simmer for 3 minutes. Do not let it come to a boil. I stirred it almost constantly.
  • Remove the sauce from the heat and add in the cheese, a handful at a time, whisking thoroughly until it is completely melted in the sauce. Continue doing this until all the cheese has been added in the sauce.
  • Add in the nutmeg and stir.
  • Taste the sauce and add salt and pepper if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 13 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Cholesterol 67 mg, Sodium 552 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

5-INGREDIENT ALFREDO SAUCE



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This is an easy sauce to go over pasta, or chicken or both. It is very big on flavor and is not very time consuming to make.

Provided by Lab Chef

Categories     Sauces

Time 30m

Yield 1 1/2 cups, 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

10 ounces heavy cream
1 tablespoon parsley flakes (optional)
2 -3 garlic cloves, crushed
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup fresh parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • In a medium sized sauce pan sweat the crushed garlic cloves in the butter until light brown and fragrant.
  • Add the heavy cream and parsley to the garlic and butter, mix to combine. (It may take some time for the mixture to come together).
  • Turn the heat to medium and reduce the cream by 1/3 to 1/2 depending on how thick you like the sauce.
  • When the cream has reduced turn the heat down to medium low and add the cheese. Mix to combine, sauce will thicken substansually. (If you heat is too hot the cheese will break and you will have a grainy sauce.).
  • Keep over medium low heat for 2-5 minutes until combined, serve over cooked pasta, chicken or use as a dipping sauce for freshly baked french bread.

EASY PEASY 5 INGREDIENT ALFREDO SAUCE



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Title says it all! Yummiest alfredo sauce I've had,crazy how easy and tasty this is! Don't think I'll ever buy store-bought again! Awesome on fetticini,spaghetti,macaroni,shrimp,chicken,steak etc etc! *Note* Just watch milk substitutions,i've tried it with 2% and whole milk but it didn't turn out half as well as with evaporated milk.

Provided by Hislovesbest

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons salted butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1 (370 ml) can evaporated milk
1 -2 teaspoon chicken stock powder
1 cup shredded parmigiano-reggiano cheese or 1 cup other parmesian shredded cheese
1 -2 garlic clove, grated

Steps:

  • Put small saucepan on medium heat,add butter,then garlic until it is light light brown,keep stirring so it doesn't burn,add chicken stock powder and stir then slowly add the milk try adding half the can first,stir well,when it starts to lightly boil decrease the heat to low,add shredded cheese a little at a time,stir,once all cheese is added,taste to see if it needs more milk,if you feel it does,add the rest of the can,stirring frequently,don't let it burn, as soon as it reaches desired consistancy of a sauce, remove from heat,if it is beginning to curdle stir and take sauce off of the burner.
  • Enjoy! :).

HOMEMADE ALFREDO SAUCE



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When I found out I had celiac disease and couldn't have fettuccine Alfredo, I was determined to figure out a way to re-create it. I mix this homemade alfredo sauce with gluten-free multigrain pasta, but you can use any style of pasta. -Jackie Charlesworth Stiff, Frederick, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup finely chopped shallots
5 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1-1/4 cups shredded Asiago cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
3/4 cup grated Romano cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (12 ounces) uncooked gluten-free pasta

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium heat. Add shallots; cook and stir until tender, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add cream; cook and stir until heated through. Stir in Asiago, 1/2 cup Parmesan, Romano cheese, salt and pepper; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, about 10 minutes, whisking occasionally., Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water; place pasta in a large bowl. Add sauce; toss to coat. Thin as desired with reserved pasta water. Serve with the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 740 calories, Fat 51g fat (31g saturated fat), Cholesterol 141mg cholesterol, Sodium 692mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

ALFREDO SAUCE



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Rich and creamy! I have found that Parmesan cheese doesn't melt well, and often substitute Gruyere cheese.

Provided by Rebecca Swift

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Creamy     Alfredo Pasta Sauce Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

¼ cup butter
1 cup heavy cream
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 ½ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium low heat. Add cream and simmer for 5 minutes, then add garlic and cheese and whisk quickly, heating through. Stir in parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.8 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Cholesterol 138.4 mg, Fat 42.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 26.2 g, Sodium 565.3 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

QUICK AND EASY ALFREDO SAUCE



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I experimented with this until I found a quick, cheap, and easy Alfredo sauce combination -- the secret is cream cheese!

Provided by DAWN CARTER

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Creamy     Alfredo Pasta Sauce Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup butter
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 cups milk
6 ounces grated Parmesan cheese
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium, non-stick saucepan over medium heat. Add cream cheese and garlic powder, stirring with wire whisk until smooth. Add milk, a little at a time, whisking to smooth out lumps. Stir in Parmesan and pepper. Remove from heat when sauce reaches desired consistency. Sauce will thicken rapidly, thin with milk if cooked too long. Toss with hot pasta to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 647.9 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 169.8 mg, Fat 57.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 25.1 g, SaturatedFat 35.8 g, Sodium 1029.8 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

Tips:

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor. Pre-packaged grated Parmesan cheese often contains additives that can affect the taste and texture of the sauce.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can use whole milk or half-and-half instead. However, the sauce will be thinner and less creamy.
  • To make a vegetarian Alfredo sauce, you can substitute vegetable broth for the chicken broth.
  • If you want a thicker sauce, you can add a cornstarch slurry. To make a cornstarch slurry, whisk together equal parts cornstarch and water until smooth. Then, stir the slurry into the simmering sauce until it reaches the desired consistency.
  • To make a more flavorful sauce, you can add herbs and spices such as garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Serve Alfredo sauce over your favorite pasta, such as fettuccine, penne, or spaghetti. You can also use it as a dipping sauce for bread or vegetables.

Conclusion:

This 5-ingredient Alfredo sauce is a quick and easy way to make a delicious and creamy sauce. It's perfect for busy weeknights or when you're short on ingredients. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious Alfredo sauce that the whole family will love.

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