Alfredo Sauce with Cream Cheese

Alfredo Sauce with Cream Cheese

This alfredo sauce with cream cheese is smooth, creamy and has the perfect texture and flavor! Simple to whip up at home and always a family favorite.

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 15

Servings:

Ingredients

½ cup salted butter
3 ounces cream cheese
½ teaspoon minced garlic
2 cups (1 pint) heavy whipping cream , or half-and-half
½ teaspoon garlic powder , more to taste
¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning , optional
Kosher salt , to taste
Freshly ground black pepper , to taste
¼ -3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese , more to taste
1 pound fettuccine , cooked according to package

Optional: Grilled chicken, Steamed broccoli

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter and 3 ounces cream cheese over low heat. Add 1/2 teaspoon garlic and cook 1 minute. Whisk in 2 cups heavy cream, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning, if using.
Increase the heat to medium-low and bring to a simmer. Simmer 5 minutes, whisking occasionally. Stir in 1/4 cup parmesan cheese and simmer until melt. Add up to 1/2 cup more parmesan, if desired. The more cheese you add, the thicker the sauce will be.
Toss with pasta and serve. If using chicken or broccoli, stir into the sauce. Toss with cooked fettuccine until coated. Serve while hot. Sprinkle with fresh parmesan cheese and parsley on top, if desired.

Notes

Addition: Feel free to add in cooked chicken and broccoli after the sauce comes together.

Storage: While this dish is best served the first day, you can store leftovers in a covered container for 2 days. This recipe is easy to cut in half as well if you don't need the full amount.

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