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Alfredo Sauce Recipe With Cream Cheese

A creamy twist on classic Alfredo sauce that pairs well with pasta, vegetables, or as a dip.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (optional)

Equipment

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

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 1 minute.
  3. Cut the cream cheese into small cubes and add it to the saucepan. Stir continuously until the cream cheese has melted and combined smoothly with the butter.
  4. Slowly pour in the heavy cream while whisking.
  5. Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the mixture and continue to stir.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Let the sauce simmer for about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Once the sauce is thickened and creamy, remove it from the heat.

Notes

This sauce is perfect for pasta, can also be customized with herbs and spices.