Easy Microwave Creamy Alfredo Sauce Recipe

Indulge in a luxuriously creamy Alfredo sauce ready in just minutes! This incredibly simple microwave recipe uses fresh pasta for a lightning-fast weeknight dinner. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe elevates your pasta dish with minimal effort. Get ready for restaurant-quality flavor in under 10 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 7 mins
Calories 363.4 kcal
Protein 21g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Microwave Creamy Alfredo Sauce

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How to Make Easy Microwave Creamy Alfredo Sauce

  1. In a 1-quart microwave-safe dish, combine 1 cup heavy cream and 2 tablespoons butter.
  2. Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, or until the mixture is very hot and the butter is melted, stirring halfway through.
  3. Reduce heat to 50% power and stir in 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Microwave for another minute, or until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy, stirring constantly to prevent scorching.
  4. Toss the sauce immediately with 1 pound of hot, cooked pasta.
  5. Garnish with 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped parsley (optional).
  6. For added flavor, incorporate pre-cooked additions such as sautéed mushrooms, diced tomatoes, steamed broccoli, cooked shrimp, or cooked chicken.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

109g

Carbs

0g

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