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3 ingredient homemade alfredo sauce Recipe (Easy & Delicious!)

3-ingredient homemade Alfredo sauce in a saucepan.
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This creamy and delicious Alfredo sauce requires only three ingredients: butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for pasta, chicken, or as a dip, it’s easy to make and tastes better than any store-bought sauce.
3-ingredient homemade Alfredo sauce in a saucepan.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Melt Butter:
    • Heat a medium saucepan over low to medium heat. Add butter and let it melt completely, stirring occasionally.
  2. Add Heavy Cream:
    • Slowly pour in the heavy cream, whisking gently to combine. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, ensuring the mixture doesn’t boil.
  3. Incorporate Parmesan Cheese:
    • Gradually add freshly grated Parmesan cheese, whisking continuously. Allow each handful to melt fully before adding more.
  4. Adjust Consistency:
    • If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of milk or reserved pasta water. For a thicker sauce, simmer it for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  5. Serve Immediately:
    • Toss with cooked pasta, drizzle over vegetables, or use as a dip for breadsticks.
      Ingredients for 3-ingredient Alfredo sauce

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for a smooth texture. Avoid pre-shredded cheese, as it may clump.
  • Store leftover sauce in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of milk.
    Melting Parmesan cheese in Alfredo sauce

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