Alfredo Sauce Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
17 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
175 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Italian
Alfredo Sauce Recipe
Description
The alfredo sauce is prepared by gently heating milk, chicken broth, and minced garlic over low to medium heat, allowing the flavors to blend without boiling. Salt and pepper, preferably a seasoning blend with parsley flakes, enhance the base flavor.
Heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese are then whisked into the skillet, creating a creamy texture as the sauce gently simmers and thickens. The sauce develops a balanced richness from the dairy and a savory depth from the Parmesan.
This sauce is suitable for coating freshly cooked pasta or as a base for other creamy dishes. Its straightforward preparation relies on gentle heat to avoid curdling and ensures a smooth consistency.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups milk whole
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth low-sodium
- 2 tsp garlic minced
- salt I prefer Garlic Salt with Parsley Flakes, to taste
- black pepper I prefer Garlic Salt with Parsley Flakes, to taste
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
Instructions
- Add milk, broth and garlic to the skillet on LOW-MEDIUM heat. Add salt and pepper.
- Add heavy cream and Parmesan to the sauce and whisk until combined.
- Simmer for a few additional minutes until the sauce thickens.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 175 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 175kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 45mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 516mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 162mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 522IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 284mg | 28% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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