To make a great Alfredo sauce, you'll need a few key ingredients and follow a simple cooking process. Here's a classic recipe for Alfredo sauce:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions:
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Pour the heavy cream into the saucepan with the melted butter and garlic. Stir well to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. This helps to thicken the sauce slightly and allows the flavors to meld together.
Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce, stirring constantly. Continue stirring until the cheese has melted and the sauce has become smooth and creamy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Taste the sauce and season with salt and pepper to your liking. Remember, Parmesan cheese can be salty, so be cautious when adding salt.
Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool for a couple of minutes. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
Serve the Alfredo sauce over cooked pasta of your choice. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Note: If the sauce becomes too thick, you can thin it out by adding a little more heavy cream or pasta cooking water. Conversely, if the sauce is too thin, you can let it simmer for a bit longer to reduce and thicken.
Enjoy your homemade Alfredo sauce!