Best 5 5 Ingredient Cream Cheese Alfredo Sauce Recipes

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Creamy, cheesy and indulgent, this easy-to-make 5-ingredient cream cheese alfredo sauce will take your pasta dishes to the next level. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a luscious sauce that is perfect for coating your favorite noodles, vegetables, or even chicken. In this article, you will find everything you need to know to make this delicious sauce, from the ingredients you need to the step-by-step instructions. So grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's get cooking!

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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.

CREAM CHEESE ALFREDO SAUCE



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This is my spin on Alfredo sauce. We love cream cheese, mushrooms and garlic. So I decided to try different ways of creating this tasty dish! Serve with fettuccini, and sliced crusty bread for mopping!

Provided by Mommy bakes

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

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
2 portobello mushroom caps, thinly sliced
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
½ cup butter
1 ½ cups milk
6 ounces grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil leaves
ground white pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the mushrooms; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, melt the cream cheese and 1/2 cup of butter in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Stir in the milk and Parmesan cheese, mixing until smooth. Add in the garlic, basil, and white pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove the garlic. Stir in the cooked mushrooms before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463.6 calories, Carbohydrate 7.2 g, Cholesterol 121.7 mg, Fat 41.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 16.9 g, SaturatedFat 26 g, Sodium 707.6 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

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! :).

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

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.

Tips for Making the Best 5-Ingredient Cream Cheese Alfredo Sauce:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the sauce will be. Use real butter, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and full-fat cream cheese.
  • Don't overcook the sauce: The sauce should be cooked until it is just melted and smooth. Overcooking will cause the sauce to separate.
  • Season to taste: Add salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as basil, oregano, or thyme.
  • Serve immediately: The sauce is best served immediately after it is made. If you need to make it ahead of time, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Conclusion:

This 5-ingredient cream cheese Alfredo sauce is a quick and easy way to elevate any pasta dish. It is creamy, cheesy, and flavorful, and it can be made in just 15 minutes. Whether you are looking for a simple weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, this sauce is sure to please everyone at the table.

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