Alfredo sauce is a rich and creamy sauce that is perfect for pasta dishes, vegetables, or even as a dip. It is made with just a few simple ingredients: butter, flour, milk, cream, Parmesan cheese, and salt and pepper. While Alfredo sauce can be found in jars or cans at the grocery store, it is easy to make at home with fresh ingredients. In this article, we will provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to make the best easy homemade Alfredo sauce.
Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!
EASY ALFREDO SAUCE I
This is a quick and easy side dish, that my family loves with chicken!
Provided by Kathy Rose
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Creamy Alfredo Pasta Sauce Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan combine whipping cream, butter or margarine, and grated Parmesan cheese. Cook over medium low heat until smooth. Remove from heat. Sauce will thicken upon standing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 371.6 calories, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Cholesterol 125.2 mg, Fat 37.8 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 23.6 g, Sodium 333.7 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
ALFREDO SAUCE
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Time 10m
Yield about 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a saucepan or skillet, warm the butter and cream. Season with salt and pepper. Add the Parmesan and stir until melted.
- Toss to combine, thinning with pasta water if necessary.
QUICK AND EASY ALFREDO SAUCE
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
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
SKINNY ALFREDO SAUCE
This is a skinny version of everyone's favorite Alfredo sauce. You won't miss the cream or butter one bit!
Provided by Sarah Stewart
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Creamy Alfredo Pasta Sauce Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir until golden, about 1 minute. Mix in flour and cook until you have a thick paste, about 1 minute. Whisk chicken broth in slowly until mixture is smooth, about 2 minutes. Pour in milk and whisk until smooth.
- Simmer mixture until thick, about 10 minutes. Add Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper; stir until cheese melts and sauce is smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 13 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 531.3 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
HOMEMADE ALFREDO SAUCE
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
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.
QUICK ALFREDO SAUCE
This alfredo sauce is lower in fat than most, as it is made with half and half. This is delicious over pasta and is easy to make. You can also make it the day before and refrigerate it until ready to use. Serve with a Caesar salad, and you have a delicious meal done in less than an hour.
Provided by distasi
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Creamy Alfredo Pasta Sauce Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk the flour and garlic salt into the melted butter until the mixture is smooth. Slowly beat the half and half into the sauce until completely incorporated. Stir the garlic, parsley, and Parmesan cheese into the sauce, whisking continually. Bring the sauce to a simmer; cook, stirring regularly, until the sauce has thickened, 4 to 5 minutes. Use immediately or refrigerate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.9 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Cholesterol 40.6 mg, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 230.9 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
ALFREDO SAUCE
Alfredo de Lello, a Roman restaurateur, created this rich, silky sauce, which is meant to be tossed with fettuccine, but it can also be used in many other ways: Drizzle it over seared chicken breasts, simmered beans or roasted vegetables, or toss it with any number of ingredients. Classically made with heavy cream, butter and Parmesan, it is an easy sauce that can be whipped up in minutes using staples from the fridge. As a buttery, blank canvas, it also lends itself to a number of seasonings: Add some fresh tarragon, dried herbs or a pinch of turmeric or saffron, and it takes on a whole new personality.
Provided by The New York Times
Categories dinner, easy, quick, weeknight, sauces and gravies, main course, side dish
Time 10m
Yield 1 3/4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium bowl or large measuring cup, whisk the cream and egg yolk together until combined; set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, heat the butter over medium-high. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant and sizzling, about 2 minutes. Pour the cream mixture into the garlic butter, reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring frequently, until mixture is hot but not boiling, about 5 minutes.
- Whisk in the Parmesan little by little, and cook over medium, whisking frequently, until creamy and thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Season to taste with pepper.
QUICK ALFREDO SAUCE
This simple yet rich Alfredo sauce lets the flavors of the toppings shine on our Roman Thin-Crust Pizzas. You can also try it tossed with cooked pasta, or as a sandwich spread in place of mayonnaise.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Time 20m
Yield Makes about 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; bring to a simmer. Add garlic; cook 1 minute. Add cream; return to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until reduced and thickened slightly, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat. Add cheese and whisk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Let cool completely before using or storing. Sauce can be refrigerated in an airtight container up to 3 days (if too stiff to spread easily, rewarm slightly before using).
EASY ALFREDO SAUCE
I can never seem to find an Alfredo sauce I like. FINALLY I did! It is very easy to make and uses ingredients that you typically have around the house.
Provided by AmyKat321
Categories Sauces
Time 10m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Melt butter in a medium, non-stick saucepan over medium heat.
- Add cream cheese and garlic salt, stirring with wire whisk until smooth.
- Add milk, a little at a time, whisking to smooth out lumps.
- Stir in mozzarella or parmesan cheese 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.
EASY HOMEMADE ALFREDO SAUCE
Great sauce with Parmesan and mozzarella to use for chicken Alfredo, fettuccine Alfredo, or shrimp Alfredo.
Provided by karenluke
Categories Alfredo Pasta Sauce
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat butter and olive oil in a saucepan over medium-low heat until butter is melted. Mix in cream, garlic, and white pepper and bring to a simmer, stirring often, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and simmer, stirring frequently, until sauce has thickened and is smooth, 8 to 10 minutes. Add mozzarella cheese once sauce has thickened and stir until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 646.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Cholesterol 208.3 mg, Fat 65.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 37.7 g, Sodium 330.8 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
THE BEST HOMEMADE ALFREDO SAUCE EVER
This actually was pretty darn delicious. I used an entire 8 ounces of cream cheese, and It was terrific. Recipe courtesy of The Recipe Critic. Serving size is estimated.
Provided by AmyZoe
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium sauce pan, add butter, heavy whipping cream, and cream cheese.
- Cook over medium heat and whisk until melted.
- Add the minced garlic, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Continue to whisk until smooth.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bring to a simmer and continue to cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until it starts to thicken.
- Toss with your favorite pasta.
EASY HOMEMADE ALFREDO SAUCE
I had gotten a recipe on here that I had been using for years now but I've tweeked it to make it my own. My family and friends love it and thought I would share. It's the simple touches that make it all the better! Super easy and supper creamy!
Provided by Lil Miss Nikki
Categories Sauces
Time 10m
Yield 10 1/4 cups, 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium sauce pan, melt butter.
- Add in cream cheese.
- Pour in about 8oz (half the jug) of half and half, whisking as you do until mixture combines smoothly.
- Add in cheese, whisking uptil cheese has completely melted.
- Add garlic powder and salt and pepper.
- If sauce is too thick, add more half and half til it comes to a nice creamy texture.
- Let simmer for 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.1, Fat 22.2, SaturatedFat 13.5, Cholesterol 66.2, Sodium 172.9, Carbohydrate 3.3, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.8, Protein 2.9
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly affect the taste of your Alfredo sauce. Use fresh, full-fat cream and butter for the best flavor. You can also use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for a richer flavor.
- Don't overcook the sauce: Alfredo sauce is a delicate sauce, and it can easily be overcooked. Overcooked sauce will be thick and gloopy, and it will lose its creamy texture. Cook the sauce over low heat, and stir it constantly to prevent it from curdling.
- Add flavorings to taste: You can add a variety of flavorings to your Alfredo sauce to suit your taste. Some popular additions include garlic, onion, herbs, and spices. You can also add a touch of white wine or lemon juice for a brighter flavor.
- Serve immediately: Alfredo sauce is best served immediately after it is made. The sauce will thicken as it cools, so if you need to store it, let it cool completely and then refrigerate it. When you're ready to serve, reheat the sauce over low heat, stirring constantly.
Conclusion:
Alfredo sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is perfect for pasta, chicken, fish, and vegetables. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make your own Alfredo sauce at home. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Alfredo sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!
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