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Creamy Copycat Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce Recipe Easy Homemade 5-Ingredient Sauce

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A quick and easy homemade Alfredo sauce that tastes just like Olive Garden’s, made with only five simple ingredients and ready in under 10 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons (57 grams) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream (at least 36% fat preferred)
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 cup (100 grams) grated Parmesan cheese (preferably Parmigiano-Reggiano)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Mince 2 cloves of fresh garlic finely and grate 1 cup (100 grams) of Parmesan cheese if not using pre-grated. This takes about 5 minutes.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons (57 grams) of unsalted butter. It should foam but not brown, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Pour 1 cup (240 ml) of heavy cream into the pan, stirring constantly. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer with small bubbles forming around the edges, about 3-4 minutes. Keep heat moderate to avoid boiling over.
  5. Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese a little at a time, allowing it to melt fully before adding more. This should take about 3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  6. Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, starting with a small pinch and adjusting as needed.
  7. Once the sauce has thickened to a smooth, creamy consistency that coats the back of a spoon (about 2-3 minutes), remove from heat. If too thick, stir in a splash of cream or pasta cooking water to loosen.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Use fresh, high-quality Parmesan cheese for best melting and flavor. Avoid boiling the cream to prevent separation. Whisk continuously when adding cheese to prevent lumps. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water if needed. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat gently with a splash of cream or milk.

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