Olive Garden’s Alfredo Sauce
The Best Olive Garden’s Alfredo Sauce is a velvety, cheesy pasta sauce that tastes just like the classic restaurant favorite and comes together in just minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
6 tablespoons salted butter (high quality)
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups heavy cream
1 ½ cups whole milk (or 1% / 2%)
½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated (room temperature)
½ cup Romano cheese, grated (room temperature)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
1 lb fettuccine
Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Cook fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Whisk in flour and cook for another minute, stirring constantly.
Slowly add heavy cream in small amounts while whisking continuously.
Gradually pour in milk, stirring to maintain a smooth consistency.
Bring the sauce to a gentle bubble, then reduce heat to low.
Simmer until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.
Reduce heat further and slowly stir in Parmesan and Romano cheese until melted.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Add cooked pasta and toss until fully coated and creamy.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve immediately for the best creamy texture.
Pair with garlic bread or a fresh green salad.
Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of milk.
Avoid overheating to prevent sauce separation.
Not recommended for freezing due to cream-based texture changes.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/olive-gardens-alfredo-sauce/
