Easy Alfredo Sauce Recipe

Say goodbye to bland Alfredo! This incredibly easy recipe delivers creamy, dreamy perfection using simple ingredients you likely already have. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this recipe is quick, delicious, and guaranteed to become a family favorite. Learn how to make restaurant-quality Alfredo sauce at home in just 10 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 243.5 kcal
Protein 13g
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Ingredients for Easy Alfredo Sauce

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How to Make Easy Alfredo Sauce

  1. Melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter in a medium, non-stick saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 4 ounces of cream cheese and 1/2 teaspoon of garlic salt, stirring constantly with a wire whisk until completely smooth and creamy.
  3. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of milk, adding a little at a time to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the sauce is smooth and well combined.
  4. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese (or 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese) and 1/4 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper.
  5. Reduce heat to low and continue stirring until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. The sauce will thicken as it cools.
  6. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a tablespoon of milk at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
  7. Remove from heat and immediately toss with your favorite hot pasta. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

67g

Carbs

1g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easy Alfredo Sauce?

Easy Alfredo Sauce takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easy Alfredo Sauce?

Easy Alfredo Sauce has approximately 243.5 calories per serving, with about 13 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 34 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easy Alfredo Sauce?

The key ingredients for Easy Alfredo Sauce are Butter, Cream Cheese, Garlic Salt, Milk, Mozzarella Cheese, Ground Black Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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