Description
This copycat Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce is rich, buttery, and ultra-creamy. Made with simple ingredients in just 15 minutes, it’s perfect for tossing with fettuccine or your favorite pasta.
Ingredients
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1/2 cup unsalted butter
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1 tbsp minced garlic (about 2 cloves)
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2 cups heavy cream
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1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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1/2 cup grated Romano cheese (optional)
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
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Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
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Add garlic; sauté 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
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Stir in cream and bring to a gentle simmer (do not boil).
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Reduce heat and add cheeses gradually. Stir until smooth.
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Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
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Simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Serve over pasta. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
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Always use freshly grated cheese for the smoothest texture.
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Sauce thickens quickly—serve immediately.
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Add grilled chicken or shrimp for protein.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce Recipe, Copycat Alfredo, creamy pasta sauce, homemade Alfredo, Parmesan cream sauce