Olive Garden Herb Parmesan Cream Sauce

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 6

Olive Garden Herb Parmesan Cream Sauce - Creamy and flavorful pasta sauce made with fresh basil and parmesan cheese!

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

400

Sugar

Fat

41g

When it comes to pasta sauces, few are as decadent and delicious as Olive Garden's Herb Parmesan Cream Sauce. This sauce is made with heavy cream, fresh herbs, and a generous amount of parmesan cheese, creating a rich and flavorful base for any pasta dish. While it's not the healthiest option out there, it's certainly one of the tastiest, and is perfect for a special occasion or a cozy night in.

Instructions

1.	Pour the heavy cream into a saucepan and add the fresh basil.
2.	Cook the cream and basil mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 8-10 minutes or until slightly thickened.
3.	Reduce the heat to low and add the parmesan cheese to the saucepan, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
4.	Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste, and continue cooking for a few more minutes until the sauce is heated through.
5.	Serve the sauce over hot pasta and enjoy!

PROS

This sauce is rich, creamy, and bursting with fresh herb flavor.

It’s quick and easy to make, taking only about 20 minutes from start to finish.

It pairs well with a variety of pasta shapes and can be easily customized with additional ingredients like garlic or sun-dried tomatoes.

CONS

This sauce is high in fat and calories, due to its heavy cream and parmesan cheese content.

It may not be a suitable option for those with lactose intolerance or other dairy allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this sauce is not particularly healthy, it does contain some nutritional benefits.
Fresh basil is a good source of vitamin K, which is important for bone health and blood clotting.
Parmesan cheese is a good source of protein and calcium, which are important for maintaining strong bones and muscles.

	2 cups heavy cream
	2 tablespoons fresh basil , chopped ( or 2 t dry basil )
	1/2 cup parmesan cheese , grated
	salt , to taste
	pepper , to taste