Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce
A creamy, comforting, and versatile Alfredo sauce reminiscent of Olive Garden's famous dish, perfect for pasta, chicken, or as a dip.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 stick butter 1/2 cup
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic Or 3 if you love garlic
- 1.5 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese Grate your own for the best texture
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste
- Black pepper To taste
- Nutmeg Optional, small pinch
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium low heat.
- Add the garlic and stir for about 30 seconds, just until it smells amazing. Do not brown it.
- Pour in the heavy cream. Stir and let it warm up gently until you see small bubbles around the edges.
- Turn the heat to low. Add Parmesan a handful at a time, stirring after each addition until smooth.
- Season with salt and black pepper. If using nutmeg, add that tiny pinch now.
- Let it simmer on low for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring often, until it thickens enough to coat a spoon.
- Toss with hot pasta right away, or keep warm on the lowest heat while you finish dinner.
Notes
Best enjoyed fresh. Can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Reheat gently.