OLIVE GARDEN ALFREDO SAUCE
Rich, creamy, and packed with flavor, this Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce is a restaurant-quality dish you can make at home in just 20 minutes! Buttery, garlicky, and loaded with Parmesan, it coats fettuccine perfectly for the ultimate comfort meal. Serve it fresh and enjoy every bite!
Servings: 4
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound Fettuccine pasta uncooked
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced (about 1 tablespoon)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente or to your preferred texture. While the pasta cooks, start making the sauce.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté 1 minute or until fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Make the Roux: Reduce the heat to low, then whisk in the flour and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly. The butter and flour will bubble together, forming a smooth base for the sauce.
- Build the Sauce: Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, stirring continuously to achieve a smooth mixture. Increase the heat to medium and bring the sauce to a gentle boil. It will start to thicken as it simmers.
- Add the Cheese & Seasonings: Stir in the Parmesan cheese, whisking constantly until it melts completely into the sauce. Season with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg to taste.
- Combine with Pasta: Drain the fettuccine and immediately add it to the saucepan with the Alfredo sauce. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated. Don't worry if it looks like a lot of sauce—the pasta will absorb it, and the sauce will thicken as it sits.
- Finish & Serve: Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately while hot. Enjoy!
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Notes
Storage & Reheating:
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stove over low heat, stirring frequently. Add a splash of milk or cream to restore creaminess.
- Freezing not recommended as the sauce may separate.
Nutrition
Calories: 621kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 33g | Cholesterol: 152mg | Sodium: 399mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g