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Copycat Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce Recipe

A tall mound of fettuccine pasta smothered in rich, creamy sauce, resembling an olive garden alfredo copycat.
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Make the rich, creamy Alfredo sauce served at Olive Garden right in your home kitchen with this straightforward copycat recipe. This sauce achieves the signature thickness and cheesy flavor you love.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
  • 2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Do not let it brown.
  2. Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to low.
  3. Add the cubed cream cheese to the saucepan. Whisk continuously until the cream cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth. This step is key for a thick and creamy pasta sauce.
  4. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until it is fully incorporated and the sauce is smooth.
  5. Stir in the salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  6. Toss immediately with cooked fettuccine or use as a base for other dishes.

Notes

  • For the best texture, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese; pre-shredded cheese often contains anti-caking agents that can make the sauce grainy.
  • If the sauce becomes too thick upon cooling, whisk in a tablespoon or two of reserved pasta water or milk until you reach your desired consistency.
  • This recipe makes a rich cheesy white sauce perfect for a date night pasta recipe.

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