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Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce Recipe

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This Olive Garden Alfredo sauce recipe is a rich, creamy, and velvety pasta sauce that tastes just like the restaurant classic. Made with butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan, it’s quick to prepare and perfect for pasta, chicken, or seafood dishes—ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

½ cup butter

2 cups heavy cream

1½ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1–2 garlic cloves, minced (optional)

Salt, to taste

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Cooked pasta (fettuccine or other), for serving (optional)

Instructions

In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.

If using garlic, add it to the melted butter and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly.

Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring often to thicken slightly.

Gradually stir in the Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt smoothly into the sauce.

Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Serve immediately over cooked pasta or use as a base for chicken, seafood, or casseroles.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.

Add a pinch of nutmeg for warmth or stir in a spoonful of cream cheese for extra richness.

Fresh herbs like chopped parsley or basil add a nice finish.

Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest, creamiest texture—pre-shredded may cause graininess.

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