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The Ultimate 20-Minute Copycat Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce

A white bowl filled with fettuccine pasta generously coated in creamy Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce and topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
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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.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 cups 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. Do not let it brown.
  2. Whisk in the heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring often. Do not boil.
  3. Reduce the heat to low. Slowly whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese, a handful at a time, until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  4. Continue to cook on low for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately over hot fettuccine or use as a dip for breadsticks.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best melting quality and flavor; pre-shredded cheese 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 reach your desired consistency.
  • This sauce is excellent when tossed with cooked chicken breast or shrimp for a complete meal.

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