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Creamy Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce Recipe Easy Homemade 5-Minute Indulgence

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A quick and easy homemade Alfredo sauce inspired by Olive Garden, made with simple pantry ingredients and ready in under 5 minutes. Perfect for a comforting pasta dinner with a rich, creamy texture and cheesy flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons (57 g) unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) whole milk
  • 1 cup (100 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Mince the garlic finely.
  2. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, swirling occasionally, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and cook gently for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and whole milk, stirring continuously with a whisk. Bring to a gentle simmer without boiling, about 3 minutes.
  5. Gradually whisk in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese, a little at a time, stirring until the sauce thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Season with salt sparingly and add freshly ground black pepper, stirring to blend flavors.
  7. Adjust the sauce consistency by whisking in more milk if too thick or simmering gently longer if too thin.
  8. Serve immediately over your favorite pasta and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for best melting and smooth texture; avoid pre-shredded cheese to prevent graininess. Cook garlic gently to avoid bitterness. Keep cream at a gentle simmer to prevent curdling. If sauce thickens too much after resting, add a splash of warm milk to loosen it. For dairy-free adaptations, use vegan butter, coconut cream, and plant-based Parmesan substitutes.

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