Copycat Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce: Creamy Restaurant Perfection
This Copycat Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce is irresistibly creamy and easy to make! Bring restaurant-quality flavor to your kitchen in under 30 minutes.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups Heavy Cream
- 8 ounces Butter
- 1.5 cups Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Puree or Garlic Powder
- 1 pound Pasta cooked according to package directions
Instructions
- Start by cooking your pasta according to the package instructions. Make sure to salt the water generously; this is your chance to season the pasta itself! Once cooked, reserve a cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
- In a large skillet, melt the 8 ounces of butter over medium heat. Be careful not to let it brown; you want it to be perfectly melted.
- Slowly pour in the 4 cups of heavy cream, whisking continuously to combine it with the melted butter. Allow this mixture to come to a gentle simmer.
- Gradually add in the 1 1/2 cups of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, whisking until the cheese has melted completely and the sauce is smooth.
- Sprinkle in the 1 teaspoon of garlic puree or garlic powder. Stir well and taste your sauce; feel free to adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Add the cooked pasta directly to the Alfredo sauce, tossing to coat every strand evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
- Once everything is well combined, serve your Copycat Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of freshly cracked pepper if desired.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Large Skillet
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Serving spoon
Notes
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- If freezing, do so before adding the pasta and store for up to 3 months.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of cream or pasta water to restore creaminess.