How To Make Creamy Alfredo
Cost $5
Ingredients
- 3 Tbl. butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
- 2 Tbl. Flour
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups (1 pint) heavy cream
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- 1 ½ cups grated parmesan cheese
- salt + pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium sauce pan over medium-low heat, melt the butter.
- Add in the garlic (if using) and cook for 1-2 minutes, constantly stirring. They should become fragrant and lighlty golden.
- Whisk in the flour. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently. The mixture will turn into a roux. The color will turn pale to a light brown, almost like peanut butter.
- Then slowly and carefully, whisk in the milk and heavy cream. There should be no lumps.
- Continue to cook, stirring often, for 5-10 minutes, or until the mixture begins to thicken. If you insert a spoon into the mix and swipe the back of it, the sauce should stay in place and not be loose.
- Stir in the parmesan cheese and nutmeg. Stir for 1-2 more minutes or until the mixture is well combined and thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
- Remove from heat. From this point, this sauce can be tossed with your preferred pasta or for another dish.
Notes
To store: Seal in a tight jar or container and store in the fridge for up to a week.