Copycat Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce
Crafted with simple ingredients like heavy cream and a touch of cream cheese, this Alfredo sauce is easy to prepare yet delivers restaurant-quality flavor right in your kitchen. It’s a delicious way to impress family and friends while satisfying your own cravings for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- - 1 pkg Pasta penne is recommended
- - 1 stick of butter
- - 1 clove of minced garlic
- - 1 pint of heavy cream
- - 1 cup of fresh Parmesan cheese
- - 2 tbsp cream cheese
- - 1/4 tsp salt
- - 1/2 tsp white pepper
Instructions
- Begin by cooking the pasta according to your preferred method. Meanwhile, in a saucepan set over medium heat, melt the butter and incorporate the minced garlic, sautéing for approximately two minutes until fragrant.
- Next, add the heavy cream and cream cheese to the saucepan, stirring continuously until the mixture reaches a gentle bubbling point. Be careful to avoid boiling. Once bubbling, gradually stir in the fresh Parmesan cheese until it fully melts and integrates into the sauce.
- Season the sauce with salt and white pepper to your liking; the provided measurements serve as a guideline. Finally, combine the hot sauce with the cooked pasta, ensuring an even coating, and serve immediately for a delightful meal reminiscent of Olive Garden’s renowned dish.