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Copycat Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce: Rich and Creamy at Home

A fork lifts creamy fettuccine pasta coated in rich olive garden alfredo sauce, garnished with parsley.
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Make the rich, creamy, restaurant-style Alfredo sauce you love from Olive Garden right in your kitchen. This easy copycat recipe uses simple ingredients for authentic flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Do not let the butter brown.
  2. Whisk in the heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
  3. Reduce the heat to low. Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, whisking constantly until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
  4. Continue to cook on low for about 2 minutes, stirring often, until the sauce thickens slightly. Do not boil the sauce after adding the cheese.
  5. Remove the sauce from the heat. If the sauce is too thick, you can whisk in a tablespoon of reserved pasta water or milk until you reach your desired consistency.
  6. Toss immediately with your favorite cooked pasta, like fettuccine, or use as an alfredo dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Use high-quality, freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best melting and flavor. Pre-shredded cheese often contains anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting.
  • This sauce is best served immediately over hot pasta.
  • For a richer flavor, you can briefly sauté 1 clove of minced fresh garlic in the butter before adding the cream.

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