Best 5 Easy Peasy 5 Ingredient Alfredo Sauce Recipes

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Craving a creamy, cheesy, and indulgent Alfredo sauce without the hassle of a long list of ingredients? Look no further than our "Easy Peasy 5 Ingredient Alfredo Sauce" recipe. With just a handful of pantry staples, you can whip up this velvety smooth sauce in no time. Perfect for tossing with pasta, vegetables, or even as a dip for your favorite snacks, this sauce is sure to become a go-to favorite in your kitchen. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to indulge in a culinary delight that combines simplicity and flavor like never before!

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

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 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

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

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! :).

EASY HOMEMADE ALFREDO SAUCE



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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

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups heavy cream
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon white pepper
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

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

Tips:

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can substitute milk and butter.
  • Add a pinch of garlic powder or Italian seasoning for extra flavor.
  • Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta, vegetables, or chicken.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley or grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Conclusion:

This easy Alfredo sauce recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. With just 5 ingredients and 15 minutes, you can have a delicious and flavorful sauce that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy pasta dish, give this Alfredo sauce recipe a try!

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