Ingredients for Simple Alfredo Sauce
- Butter
- Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Parmesan Cheese
- Romano Cheese
- Egg Yolks
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How to Make Simple Alfredo Sauce
- Melt 1/4 cup (57g) of butter or margarine in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Add 1 cup (240ml) of heavy cream, stirring constantly with a whisk.
- Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1 cup (100g) of grated Parmesan cheese, and 1/4 cup (25g) of grated Romano cheese.
- Continue whisking constantly until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth. Reduce heat to low. Temper one egg yolk by slowly whisking in 1 tablespoon of the hot cream mixture. Then, whisk the tempered egg yolk into the sauce.
- Simmer over low heat for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce slightly thickens. Do not boil.
- Garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve immediately over your favorite pasta or with steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
25 g
Sugar
1g
Fat
220g
Carbs
1g