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I like to make Alfredo sauce from scratch with Parmesan and mozzarella cheese. This sauce is great to use for chicken, shrimp, or fettuccine Alfredo.
This homemade Alfredo sauce recipe is easy to make with basic ingredients you likely already have on hand.?
How to Make Alfredo Sauce From Scratch
You'll find a detailed ingredient list and step-by-step instructions in the recipe below, but let's go over the basics:
Easy Homemade Alfredo Sauce Ingredients
These are the simple, kitchen staple ingredients you?ll need to make this easy homemade Alfredo sauce recipe:?
- Butter and oil: Start with unsalted butter and olive oil.?
- Cream: Heavy cream is key to the Alfredo sauce?s richness and creaminess.?
- Seasonings: Season the homemade Alfredo sauce with fresh garlic and white pepper.?
- Cheese: Use a combination of freshly grated Parmesan cheese and shredded mozzarella cheese.?
How Do You Make Alfredo Sauce?
Here?s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make this Alfredo sauce from scratch:?
- Heat the butter and oil in a skillet until the butter is melted.?
- Stir in the cream and seasonings.?
- Stir in the cheeses until thick and smooth.?
How to Store and Freeze Easy Homemade Alfredo Sauce
Store the leftover Alfredo sauce in the refrigerator for up to five days or freeze for up to three months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight.?
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ teaspoon white pepper
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Directions
Step 1
Heat butter and olive oil in a saucepan over medium-low heat until butter is melted. Mix in cream, garlic, and white pepper and bring to a simmer, stirring often, 3 to 5 minutes.
Step 2
Stir in Parmesan cheese and simmer, stirring frequently, until sauce has thickened and is smooth, 8 to 10 minutes. Add mozzarella cheese once sauce has thickened and stir until smooth.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 646 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat66g | 84% |
| Saturated Fat38g | 189% |
| Cholesterol208mg | 69% |
| Sodium331mg | 14% |
| Total Carbohydrate5g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars1g | |
| Protein12g | |
| Vitamin C1mg | 6% |
| Calcium360mg | 28% |
| Iron0mg | 2% |
| Potassium128mg | 3% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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