dancer67 Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 I am looking for a simple, easy to make, yet yummy alfredo sauce. Anyone care to share their favorite homemade sauce? I'm sorry, but that stuff in a jar is nasty.:tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joker Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 I used to make a homemade alfredo sauce but my family discovered Buitoni.:tongue_smilie: We lived in a tiny apartment between moves and I bought the Buitoni Alfredo sauce in the refrig. section and they licked their plates clean. They hated the jar stuff and liked my homemade sauce but they devoured this stuff. So I don't even bother any more. I figure since its only every other month or so its not a big deal. (Right?!?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grace Academy Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 http://allrecipes.com/recipe/alfredo-sauce/detail.aspx This stuff is delicious, all my friends ask for the recipe. Very simple to make too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caitilin Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 http://allrecipes.com/recipe/alfredo-sauce/detail.aspx This stuff is delicious, all my friends ask for the recipe. Very simple to make too. We do it this way too, except without the egg yolk; we also often use whole milk for the cream, as we like it a little lighter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancer67 Posted January 17, 2011 Author Share Posted January 17, 2011 mmmm...thank you. And I am going to look into the other sauce as well. Going to make this tomorrow for dinner. I just love alfredo sauce! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBMama Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 http://allrecipes.com/recipe/alfredo-sauce/detail.aspx This stuff is delicious, all my friends ask for the recipe. Very simple to make too. Thanks! I keep trying recipes too, but nothing has been quite right! I can't wait to try it! Buitoni has also been our favorite so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam Wilhelm Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 Throw some crabmeat into it............ heavenly!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audrey Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 I am looking for a simple, easy to make, yet yummy alfredo sauce. Anyone care to share their favorite homemade sauce? I'm sorry, but that stuff in a jar is nasty.:tongue_smilie: Alfredo sauce is basically just butter, cream and parmesan. Melt butter in a pan, add heavy cream, reduce by simmering and stir in lots of finely grated real parmesan (not the stuff from a can -- it has some kind of filler and just cakes up instead of melting). Season to taste with salt and white pepper. The barest pinch of nutmeg with the cream makes it perfect. Some people smash a garlic clove and saute that in the butter, then remove it once golden before adding the cream. I prefer it without the garlic, but try it and see what suits your tastes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m0mmaBuck Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 Equal parts heavy whipping cream, butter, and grated aged asiago. Melt the butter, stir in the cream and reduce by simmering, stir in asiago. The end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julie in CA Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 I know, I know, real alfredo is just cream & parmesan, with a little bit of pepper or garlic perhaps. Call me lowbrow, say I have beer tastes, whatever, but here's my favorite not-really-authentic-but-oh-so-yummy alfredo: http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Quick-and-Easy-Alfredo-Sauce/Detail.aspx I use freshly crushed garlic instead of garlic powder, and if I'm feeling really evil, I use cream instead of milk. :drool5: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mazakaal Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 My alfredo recipe isn't very authentic either, but it's a bit less unhealthy than those made with heavy cream. Melt 3T butter in a saucepan. Add 3T flour and stir for a minute. Slowly add 1c milk and 1c chicken broth, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently, until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in 1/3c grated Parmesan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenpatty Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 We like this Quick and Easy Alfredo Sauce from allrecipes. It uses cream cheese & is very rich. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenpatty Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 Oops! Just noticed this one is the same one Julie in CA posted. Well, it is good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mysticamethyst Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 Alfredo sauce is basically just butter, cream and parmesan. Melt butter in a pan, add heavy cream, reduce by simmering and stir in lots of finely grated real parmesan (not the stuff from a can -- it has some kind of filler and just cakes up instead of melting). Season to taste with salt and white pepper. The barest pinch of nutmeg with the cream makes it perfect. Some people smash a garlic clove and saute that in the butter, then remove it once golden before adding the cream. I prefer it without the garlic, but try it and see what suits your tastes. This is mine stick of butter cup of heavy cream one and half bags of grated parm. Sometimes I get creative and sautee some garlice in some butter to toss in but not normally. S/P or Garlic salt to tasted and BAM all done. Hope it turns out which ever way you go with!!!:001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 I know, I know, real alfredo is just cream & parmesan, with a little bit of pepper or garlic perhaps. Call me lowbrow, say I have beer tastes, whatever, but here's my favorite not-really-authentic-but-oh-so-yummy alfredo: http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Quick-and-Easy-Alfredo-Sauce/Detail.aspx I use freshly crushed garlic instead of garlic powder, and if I'm feeling really evil, I use cream instead of milk. :drool5: This is pretty much the way we make it. I know using cream cheese sounds weird, but the sauce is really very good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julie in CA Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 Oops! Just noticed this one is the same one Julie in CA posted. Well, it is good! I agree! ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nakia Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 Alfredo sauce is basically just butter, cream and parmesan. Melt butter in a pan, add heavy cream, reduce by simmering and stir in lots of finely grated real parmesan (not the stuff from a can -- it has some kind of filler and just cakes up instead of melting). Season to taste with salt and white pepper. The barest pinch of nutmeg with the cream makes it perfect. Some people smash a garlic clove and saute that in the butter, then remove it once golden before adding the cream. I prefer it without the garlic, but try it and see what suits your tastes. I make it exactly like Audrey does. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simka2 Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 My alfredo recipe isn't very authentic either, but it's a bit less unhealthy than those made with heavy cream. Melt 3T butter in a saucepan. Add 3T flour and stir for a minute. Slowly add 1c milk and 1c chicken broth, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently, until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in 1/3c grated Parmesan. This is what I do except I add 1 cup white wine instead of chicken broth. I also, use garlic then top with the fresh grated parm!!! Yummy, it works really good for a white veggie lasagna too!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RanchGirl Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Here's mine: ALFREDO SAUCE - 1 pint heavy cream - 1 stick butter - 3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese - 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder - dash salt - dash pepper combine butter and cream in saucepan over medium-low heat, simmer until melted andmixed well. Add parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Simmer 45 minutes on low, stirring occasionally. I usually prefer to cook with fresh garlic but I have tried using minced garlic instead of the garlic powder... the powder is easier and tastes just as good if not better! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littlebug42 Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Alfredo sauce is basically just butter, cream and parmesan. Melt butter in a pan, add heavy cream, reduce by simmering and stir in lots of finely grated real parmesan (not the stuff from a can -- it has some kind of filler and just cakes up instead of melting). Season to taste with salt and white pepper. The barest pinch of nutmeg with the cream makes it perfect. Some people smash a garlic clove and saute that in the butter, then remove it once golden before adding the cream. I prefer it without the garlic, but try it and see what suits your tastes. :iagree: My family loves my alfredo and this is exactly what I do. Sometimes I put in a little asiago and romano in addition to the parmesan and the nutmeg truly sets it apart. I think I might have to make some this week now. I also prefer it without the garlic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeckyFL Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 (edited) I prefer this one made with cream cheese. It has a less butter than the other one posted. It's the best I've had AND with fewer calories. Dh and the kids agree that it's just as good. http://www.plantoeat.com/recipes/108939/9943jcq5grbcdv/mushroom-alfredo Edited January 18, 2011 by BeckyFL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6packofun Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 THIS is what we use, too! I've been making this since a friend in college found basically the same recipe. 2 changes: Fresh, minced garlic and half & half instead of just milk. DELISH!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Florida. Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Alfredo sauce is basically just butter, cream and parmesan. Audrey's "recipe" is pretty much all I do. It's what my mother did. I think the fact that it's served in restaurants and made to sound exotic, makes people think it's complicated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancer67 Posted January 18, 2011 Author Share Posted January 18, 2011 These were some great recipes. I tried the one from Allrecipes.com and it was really good. I am filing away the rest of these. Thanks!:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teacalm Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Not an authentic recipe, but the only Alfredo Sauce my very skinny dd10 likes. She requested this after eating pasta with white sauce at Macaroni Grill. I got this I believe from allrecipe.com. 1/2 c butter cream cheese light 6 oz parmesan cheese 2 cups 2% milk (I use instead of half and half) seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic powder (I omitted since garlic taste is too strong for me) Melt butter. Whisk in cream cheese until throughly mixed. Add milk slowly. Continue to whisk until mixed. Add parmesan cheese. Seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Kids love it, and I add grilled, sliced chicken breasts on top. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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