Alfredo Sauce Recipe (Creamy Classic)
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- All ingredients are pork-free and halal-friendly.
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté gently for 30–60 seconds until fragrant, not browned.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer—do not let it boil.
- Lower the heat and add the Parmesan cheese gradually, stirring constantly.
- Continue stirring until the cheese melts fully and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat once the sauce coats the back of a spoon. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan; pre-shredded cheese can cause graininess
Keep heat low at all times—Alfredo breaks easily if overheated
If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of warm cream or pasta water
If too thin, simmer gently for another minute or add a little more Parmesan
Best served immediately, but can be reheated slowly over low heat with added cream