Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce Recipe

I’m super excited to share this Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce recipe! This creamy sauce is perfect for any kind of pasta and will make you feel like you’re eating at a fancy restaurant.

Whether you’re new to cooking or already a kitchen guru, this recipe is super easy to follow and tastes amazing. Plus, kids will love this dish!

Why You’ll Love This Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce Recipe

You will really love this Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce Recipe if you are someone who’s into comfort food and also enjoys creamy, cheesy pasta.

This recipe is great to cook for kids since most little ones will enjoy a cheesy pasta dish and just to highlight my kids really loved it.

It’s also great for family dinners, special occasions, or anytime you want something comforting and tasty. Plus to add it’s super easy to make with ingredients that most households already have.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Any kind of pasta

Kitchen Equipment

• Medium-sized saucepan
• Whisk
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Wooden spoon or spatula

How to make this Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce Recipe

• Place the butter in a medium-sized saucepan and melt it over medium heat.
• After the butter has melted, pour in the heavy cream.
• Stir it and let it cook gently and make sure it doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pan.
• Slowly whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until it’s completely melted and mixed in.
• Add the garlic powder, white pepper, and salt.
• Stir well to mix all the flavors together.
• Let the sauce cook for about 8-10 minutes.
• Stir it occasionally until it gets thick and creamy.
• Mix the sauce with your favorite pasta.

What to pair with this Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce Recipe

This tasty Alfredo sauce is perfect with pasta, but you can make your meal even better by adding some tasty sides.

You can add Chick Fil A Grilled Nuggets Recipe, crumbled bacon, or shrimp to this sauce which will add extra protein for you gym goers.

If you want to eat more veggies, you can have a fresh green salad and roasted vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, and mushrooms. These will add extra flavor to the sauce.

Tips

• If you can use fresh Parmesan cheese as it melts better and gives the sauce a smoother texture.
• If the sauce is too thick, add a little milk to thin it out. If it’s not thick enough then let it simmer a bit longer.
• If you want extra flavor you can add some nutmeg or a splash of white wine.
• If you want to boost the amount of protein in your diet you can add chicken or shrimp which will make the sauce more filling & tastier.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is There a Vegan Version of This Alfredo Sauce?

If you want a vegan version of this recipe then you can use plant-based butter, coconut cream, or cashew cream instead of heavy cream, and plant-based cheese.

How Can I Prevent My Sauce from Becoming Thick?

To prevent the sauce from becoming thick try not to overcook it. Also, make sure you grate the cheese finely and don’t add in big chunks.

Can I Make This Sauce Ahead of Time?

Feel free to make this sauce ahead of time and keep it in the fridge. When ready you can reheat it and add a splash of water so it’s not dry.

Wrapping Up

If you love pasta, you’ll really enjoy making this Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce recipe. It’s creamy, and delicious, and makes any meal taste much better.

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Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce Recipe

Recipe by JuliaCourse: MainCuisine: ItalianDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

15

minutes

Calories

400

kcal

Total time

25

minutes

Discover the secret to the perfect Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce Recipe! This easy, creamy sauce will elevate your pasta dishes to restaurant quality.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter

• 2 cups heavy cream

• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• Any kind of pasta

Directions

• Place the butter in a medium-sized saucepan and melt it over medium heat.
• After the butter has melted, pour in the heavy cream.
• Stir it and let it cook gently and make sure it doesn't stick to the bottom of the pan.
• Slowly whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until it's completely melted and mixed in.
• Add the garlic powder, white pepper, and salt.
• Stir well to mix all the flavors together.
• Let the sauce cook for about 8-10 minutes.
• Stir it occasionally until it gets thick and creamy.
• Mix the sauce with your favorite pasta.

Notes

• If you can use fresh Parmesan cheese as it melts better and gives the sauce a smoother texture.
• If the sauce is too thick, add a little milk to thin it out. If it's not thick enough then let it simmer a bit longer.
• If you want extra flavor you can add some nutmeg or a splash of white wine.
• If you want to boost the amount of protein in your diet you can add chicken or shrimp which will make the sauce more filling & tastier.