Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce Copycat

Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce Copycat

Ingredients:

• 🧈 4 tbsp butter
• 🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 🥛 1 cup heavy cream
• 🧀 1 ½ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 🧂 Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 🌿 Optional: pinch of nutmeg or chopped parsley for garnish

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Instructions:

1. Melt the butter:
   • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until it starts to bubble gently.
2. Sauté the garlic:
   • Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant (don’t let it brown).
3. Add the cream:
   • Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir constantly for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
4. Add the Parmesan:
   • Reduce heat to low. Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until smooth and melted.
   • Keep stirring until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
5. Season:
   • Add salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
   • Optional: Add a pinch of nutmeg for depth.
6. Serve:
   • Toss immediately with cooked fettuccine, grilled chicken, or use as a dip for breadsticks.