How to Make a Jar of Alfredo Sauce Thicker

Traditionally, alfredo sauce is made from parmesan cheese, butter, and heavy cream and served over fettuccine. In American cuisine, it is often mixed with other ingredients such as parsley, garlic, shrimp and chicken. There are many great jarred options available that are very convenient. Use one of the following ideas to make it even thicker.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

1. Try reducing some of the liquid out of over a low heat. This can be done by simmering for 5 to 7 minutes and stirring frequently.
2. Adding a little flour or cornstarch will help thicken it without added flavor.
3. Whisk in an egg yolk and simmer for at least 3 to 5 minutes to ensure the egg is cooked.
4. Use parmesan cheese because it is one of the best choices. It is typically always a main ingredient, so you're less likely to alter the flavor significantly.
5. Adding either plain or a flavored cream cheese will immediately thicken the sauce. This will also add a richer flavor.

Tips & Warnings

• Start with a teaspoon or two of any ingredient and let the alfredo sauce simmer for 2 to 3 minutes. If it is still not thick enough, then add another teaspoon. The goal is to add minimal amounts of the ingredient but to avoid changing the flavor too much.
• Make sure you taste it often, because adding additional ingredients may dilute the other ingredients. So, you may need to add more of a main ingredient like grated parmesan cheese to compensate.
• If you've gone overboard and diluted the taste by trying to thicken it, adding a pinch of nutmeg gives it a great aromatic flavor.
• Fettuccine are the best noodles to use, but any other thick noodles will do. Make sure they're kept hot until you're ready to serve the meal.