Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 15

Delicious Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce recipe for your Italian night

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

795

Sugar

Fat

81g

The Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce is a classic Italian sauce that has been enjoyed by millions around the world. This creamy and indulgent sauce is perfect for pasta, chicken, and other meats. It is made with heavy cream, butter, garlic, and freshly grated parmesan cheese, giving it a rich, smooth, and velvety texture. The addition of fontina cheese adds a slightly nutty and pungent flavor, making the sauce even more delicious. Whether you are hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in, the Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce is sure to please everyone's taste buds.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, melt the butter with the minced garlic over medium heat.
2.	When the butter has melted, add flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to create the roux.
3.	Gradually add the heavy cream while whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
4.	Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 5-10 minutes.
5.	Add freshly grated parmesan cheese and fontina cheese, and stir until the cheese has melted completely.
6.	Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7.	Serve over your favorite pasta.

PROS

The Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce is creamy, decadent, and flavorful, making it a crowd-pleaser for Italian night.

It can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, making meal prep a breeze.

CONS

The Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce is high in calories, fat, and sodium, making it an indulgent and occasional treat.

It is not a good option for individuals who are lactose intolerant or have a dairy allergy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While the Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
The parmesan cheese in this recipe is high in protein and calcium, which can support bone health and muscle growth.
The garlic in the sauce has been linked to several health benefits, including boosting the immune system and reducing inflammation.

	2 quarts heavy cream
	1 lb butter
	2 tablespoons flour
	1 lb freshly grated parmesan cheese
	4 ounces Fontina cheese
	3 tablespoons minced garlic
	1 teaspoon salt
	2 teaspoons black pepper