When it comes to creamy, cheesy sauces, Alfredo sauce reigns supreme. This classic Italian sauce is beloved for its rich flavor and versatility, making it a perfect addition to pasta dishes, chicken, vegetables, and even pizza. While there are countless variations of Alfredo sauce out there, the key to achieving the world's best Alfredo sauce lies in using high-quality ingredients and understanding the delicate balance of flavors that make this sauce so special. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary journey, this guide will take you on a step-by-step journey to creating the most delicious Alfredo sauce you've ever tasted.
Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!
BETTER THAN OLIVE GARDEN ALFREDO SAUCE
This is the best Alfredo sauce ever. This is several recipes combined into one. You can also add your choice of meat (chicken, shrimp or even crab). The closest OLIVE GARDEN is an hour away and I will never drive that far again just for Alfredo sauce. I promise this is the best sauce ever. Definitely a dish you would want to impress your guest with.
Provided by Parkers Mom
Categories Sauces
Time 25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Melt butter in medium saucepan with olive oil over medium/low heat.
- Add the garlic, cream, white pepper and bring mixture to a simmer.
- Stir often.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and simmer sauce for 8-10 minutes or until sauce has thickened and is smooth.
- When sauce has thickened add the Mozzarella cheese and stir until smooth. STIR FREQUENTLY.
- While the sauce cooks, boil noodles for 3-5 minutes.
- Place pasta on serving plates and spoon sauce over pasta.
- Garnish with parsley, freshly cracked black pepper and more grated parmesan (optional).
THE BEST HOMEMADE ALFREDO SAUCE EVER!
Alfredo Sauce is the most creamy and delicious homemade alfredo sauce that you will ever make! This is a tried and true recipe and you will agree that it is the best recipe out there!
Provided by Alyssa Rivers
Categories Dinner Main Course
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan 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 about 3-5 minutes or until it starts to thicken. Toss it with your favorite pasta!
Nutrition Facts : Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 33 g, SaturatedFat 21 g, Cholesterol 111 mg, Sodium 347 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, Calories 329 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving
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.
WORLD'S BEST ALFREDO SAUCE.
I made this after having an obsession with the Olive Garden's sauce. And all I can say is this is truly better then there. My Family and everyone I have made it for is amazing. I am constantly handing this out. Serve with Chicken or seafood, pasta and veggies and garlic bread...you will not be disappointed!
Provided by 6demchuks
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Pour cream into a sauce pan.
- add butter, garlic, Parmesan cheese and pepper.
- Bring to a slight boil for 1 minute. Turn on minimum and simmer for 1/2 hour, stirring occasionally to let the flavors mix. Enjoy!
TUNA ALFREDO
A jar of Alfredo sauce makes this easy dinner come together fast. Give it a burst of color and flavor with chopped fresh parsley and freshly ground black pepper.
Provided by EatAndRun
Categories Seafood Pasta
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add fettuccine and boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Stir together Alfredo sauce, lemon juice, capers, lemon zest, and pepper in a small saucepan. Stir in tuna; cook over medium heat until heated through, about 5 minutes. Serve over fettuccine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.9 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Cholesterol 28.6 mg, Fat 21.9 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 11.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 732.7 mg
FAMOUS RESTAURANT ALFREDO SAUCE
This is a much sought after recipe from a popular chain restaurant --my nephew worked there as a cook and gave it to me.
Provided by GOODNIGHTGRACIE2
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place pasta in a large pot of lightly salted boiling water. Cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Drain.
- Combine the butter, cream cheese, and half and half in a saucepan. Season with garlic salt and lemon pepper. Bring to a low boil over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring, until thickened slightly. Serve over 12 ounces of pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 821.1 calories, Carbohydrate 85.8 g, Cholesterol 125.6 mg, Fat 46 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 27.9 g, Sodium 399 mg, Sugar 4 g
TO DIE FOR FETTUCCINE ALFREDO
This is a recipe that I created by modifying my mother's recipe. My boyfriend is a fettuccine Alfredo connoisseur and he scrapes the pan every time! I get nothing but rave reviews when I make this dish. I must warn you, this recipe is not for the health conscious. Enjoy!
Provided by ERINMARIE
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add fettuccini and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- In a large saucepan, melt butter into cream over low heat. Add salt, pepper and garlic salt. Stir in cheese over medium heat until melted; this will thicken the sauce.
- Add pasta to sauce. Use enough of the pasta so that all of the sauce is used and the pasta is thoroughly coated. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 964.3 calories, Carbohydrate 84 g, Cholesterol 184.2 mg, Fat 61.2 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 37.4 g, Sodium 581.6 mg, Sugar 4 g
WORLDS BEST SUPER CREAMY WALNUT ALFREDO SAUCE
This recipe is for people who like thier alfredo sauce really thick and heavy. The walnuts can be ommitted if desired. I also like to steam asparagus and chop it up and add it to the pasta and sauce when its in the bowl. Remember this sauce is for creamy sauce lovers! Enjoy and dont be afraid to write a comment.
Provided by Shano Mac
Categories Cheese
Time 25m
Yield 1 pot, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a food processor mix the basil, grated cheese, walnuts, crushed red pepper, salt, pepper, and garlic salt.
- Set aside for later in the recipe.
- In a large sauce pan melt one stick of butter on meduim low heat.
- Once the butter has melted entirely add the chopped onion and the minced garlic. Cook until the onion becomes translucent (maybe 5 minutes).
- Now turn the heat to low and slowly sift in the flour. Constantly stirring until its all mixed smoothly.
- Now slowly add in the half and half. Again stirring constantly. Mix until its all well blended and smooth.
- At this point turn the heat back up to medium and add the sour cream and cream cheese.
- Cook until most of the cream cheese dissolves into the sauce. At this point add the mixed ingredients in the food processor to the sauce and stir everything together until the sauce becomes totally smooth and creamy,.
- Put sauce on top of your favorite pasta and add the chopped asparagus.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 638.1, Fat 56.4, SaturatedFat 30.2, Cholesterol 135, Sodium 450.8, Carbohydrate 22.3, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 1.5, Protein 14
ALFREDO SAUCE
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
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
BETTER-THAN-OLIVE GARDEN® ALFREDO SAUCE
Whether it's chicken Alfredo or fettuccine Alfredo, the Alfredo sauce has always had my heart. This is a simple and basic recipe for Italian starters. Enjoy!
Provided by str0ngwarri0r
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Creamy Alfredo Pasta Sauce Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt butter and olive oil in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add cream, garlic, and white pepper; bring to just under a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring often, until mixture is slightly reduced, about 5 minutes.
- Stir Parmesan cheese into cream mixture and simmer until sauce is thickened and smooth, 8 to 10 minutes. Add mozzarella cheese to sauce; cook and stir until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook angel hair in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain and transfer pasta to serving plates. Spoon sauce over pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 883.2 calories, Carbohydrate 50.8 g, Cholesterol 208.3 mg, Fat 67.9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 20.5 g, SaturatedFat 37.7 g, Sodium 561.4 mg, Sugar 2 g
THE BEST ALFREDO GARLIC SAUCE EVER
I will never buy alfredo sauce in a jar again. This is amazing and very easy to make. I use it in the Chicken Alfredo Roll-ups and Chicken Alfredo Pizza.
Provided by Tandy Higgins
Categories Sauces
Time 25m
Yield 2 1/2 cups, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium to large saucepan melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add fresh minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the cream cheese and whisk until smooth and melted.
- Whisk in the heavy cream. ( I have substituted half & half.)
- Season with the garlic powder, oregano, salt and pepper.
- Bring to a simmer and whisk frequently until sauce thicken, around 15-20 minutes.
- Stir in the parmesan cheese.
- Remove from heat when cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 740.4, Fat 76.7, SaturatedFat 47.6, Cholesterol 254.3, Sodium 549.4, Carbohydrate 5.9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.8, Protein 10.2
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your Alfredo sauce. Look for high-quality butter, cheese, and cream.
- Don't overcook the sauce: Alfredo sauce is best when it is cooked slowly and gently. Overcooking can cause the sauce to become thick and gloopy.
- Use a whisk to stir the sauce: A whisk will help to prevent the sauce from curdling.
- Add the cheese slowly: Gradually add the cheese to the sauce, stirring constantly. This will help to prevent the cheese from clumping.
- Season the sauce to taste: Add salt, pepper, and nutmeg to taste. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as garlic powder or onion powder.
- Serve the sauce immediately: Alfredo sauce is best when served immediately. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, but it is best to reheat it gently before serving.
Conclusion:
Alfredo sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used on a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a perfect Alfredo sauce that will impress your friends and family.
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