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Copycat Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce

Copycat Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce is a rich, creamy sauce made with butter, garlic, cream, and Parmesan cheese.
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Equipment

  • - Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • - Cutting board and knife (for mincing garlic)

Ingredients
  

  • - 1/2 cup 1 stick unsalted butter
  • - 2 cloves garlic minced
  • - 2 cups heavy cream
  • - 1 cup whole milk plus more if needed
  • - 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • - 1/2 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
  • - Optional pinch of Italian seasoning or nutmeg

Instructions
 

  • **Melt the butter**: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
  • **Sauté the garlic**: Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
  • **Add cream and milk**: Slowly pour in the heavy cream and milk, whisking gently to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, but do not let it boil.
  • **Stir in the cheese**: Reduce the heat to low. Gradually add the Parmesan cheese, whisking continuously until it melts and the sauce thickens.
  • **Season**: Add the salt, pepper, and any optional seasonings like Italian herbs or a tiny pinch of nutmeg. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  • **Adjust consistency**: If the sauce becomes too thick, whisk in a splash of milk until desired consistency is reached.
  • **Serve**: Pour over cooked fettuccine or your favorite pasta. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese or fresh parsley if desired.