Easy Homemade Alfredo Sauce (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dairy Base
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Half a cup of rich unsalted butter
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Two cups of heavy whipping cream (about one pint)
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Four ounces of smooth cream cheese
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One cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese
→ Seasonings & Aromatics
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Half a teaspoon of finely minced fresh garlic
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One teaspoon of garlic powder
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One teaspoon of Italian herb seasoning blend
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Quarter teaspoon of fine sea salt
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Quarter teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper
# Instructions:
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Grab a medium-sized saucepan and add your butter, heavy cream, and cream cheese. Place it over medium heat and whisk everything together gently until the butter melts completely and the mixture becomes smooth and unified.
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Now it's time to add the aromatics! Stir in your minced garlic, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Keep whisking steadily until the mixture is perfectly smooth and all the seasonings are well incorporated.
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Gradually sprinkle in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese while whisking continuously. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and keep whisking for about 3 to 5 minutes until it reaches that perfect creamy, coat-the-spoon consistency. Toss immediately with your favorite pasta and serve while it's gloriously hot.
# Notes:
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This ultra-creamy Alfredo sauce is completely kid-approved and will have your family actually excited about dinner time!
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For the best results, always use freshly grated Parmesan cheese rather than pre-grated - it melts much more smoothly and creates a silkier texture.
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Serve immediately while hot for the creamiest consistency, as the sauce will thicken as it cools.