Ingredients

• Butter: Both salted and unsalted work, but if using salted butter, adjust or omit extra salt accordingly.
• Heavy Cream: Essential for a rich and creamy consistency.
• Cream Cheese: My secret ingredient! It thickens the sauce beautifully.
• Minced Garlic: Fresh garlic delivers the best depth of flavor.
• Garlic Powder: A little extra garlic never hurts—this adds even more savory goodness.
• Italian Seasoning: A blend of herbs that enhances both the aroma and taste of the sauce.
• Salt & Pepper: Adjust to taste for perfect seasoning.
• Grated Parmesan Cheese: Always use freshly grated Parmesan! Pre-packaged powdered cheese won’t melt as smoothly due to added preservatives, leading to a grainy texture.

Instructions

1. Melt the Dairy Ingredients:
   • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the butter, heavy cream, and cream cheese.
   • Whisk continuously until everything is fully melted and combined.
2. Season the Sauce:
   • Stir in the minced garlic, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
   • Continue whisking until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
3. Add the Cheese:
   • Gradually stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
4. Thicken the Sauce:
   • Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 3-5 minutes until it begins to thicken.
5. Serve with Pasta:
   • Toss the creamy Alfredo sauce with your favorite pasta, fettuccine is a classic choice for the ultimate homemade fettuccine Alfredo!