Description
This Olive Garden Alfredo recipe delivers a creamy, rich, and perfectly seasoned fettuccine Alfredo made from scratch. Featuring a luxurious blend of butter, garlic, cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, this dish replicates the classic Italian-American favorite with easy-to-follow stovetop instructions. It’s a comforting and delightful meal ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 16 ounces fettuccine
Sauce
- 6 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1¼ cups heavy whipping cream
- 1½ cups whole milk
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- Fresh parsley, finely chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil the fettuccine according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta well and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce Base: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the salted butter. Add the minced garlic, garlic powder, and salt. Whisk the mixture together to combine the flavors thoroughly.
- Thicken the Sauce: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour evenly over the melted butter and garlic mix. Whisk continuously to form a roux, then gradually pour in the heavy cream and whole milk while whisking to prevent lumps. Allow the sauce to come to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to thicken.
- Add Cheese: Stir in the shredded Parmesan cheese and whisk until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked and drained fettuccine to the skillet. Using tongs, toss the pasta thoroughly in the creamy Alfredo sauce until evenly coated.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the pasta for a pop of color and freshness. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and smoothest sauce.
- For a thicker sauce, simmer a few minutes longer but avoid boiling aggressively to prevent curdling.
- To lighten the sauce, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream and whole milk mixture.
- Garlic powder enhances the flavor but can be omitted if you prefer a less intense garlic taste.
- Reserve a small amount of pasta water before draining to loosen the sauce if it becomes too thick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: Olive Garden Alfredo, Fettuccine Alfredo, Creamy Alfredo Sauce, Homemade Alfredo, Italian Pasta Recipe
