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The Ultimate 20-Minute Copycat Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce

A fork lifting creamy fettuccine noodles coated in rich olive garden alfredo sauce, seasoned with black pepper.
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Make the rich, creamy, garlic-Parmesan Alfredo sauce from Olive Garden right in your kitchen. This easy recipe delivers restaurant quality flavor in just 20 minutes, perfect for fettuccine or dipping breadsticks.

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.
  2. Add the heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the melted butter. Whisk constantly until the mixture is smooth and begins to simmer gently. Do not let it boil rapidly.
  3. Reduce the heat to low. Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, a handful at a time, whisking continuously until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth and thick.
  4. Continue to cook on low for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring often, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
  5. Remove from heat immediately. Toss with hot fettuccine pasta or use as a dip for breadsticks.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best melting quality and flavor; pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents that can make the sauce grainy.
  • If the sauce becomes too thick upon standing, whisk in a tablespoon of warm milk or reserved pasta water to thin it slightly.
  • This sauce is excellent when used as a base for chicken or shrimp pasta dishes.

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