Things You'll Need:
- Heavy cream
- Sauce pan
- Butter
- Grated Parmesan or Romano cheese
- Fork
- Whisk
- Wooden spoon
- Low-fat cream cheese (optional)
- Oven mitt or pot holder
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Step 1
Add either grated Parmesan and/or grated Romano cheese to the heavy cream and butter bubbling in the sauce pan. Use a fork to break up the cheese and distribute it evenly into the sauce. The cheese is the main thickening agent in this sauce.
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Step 2
Mix the cheese slowly into the sauce as it melts in the hot cream and butter mixture. As the sauce begins to thicken, use a whisk to break up any remaining clumps of cheese.
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Step 3
Test the consistency of the sauce by stirring it with a wooden spoon; the sauce should coat the back of the spoon. If your sauce isn't thick enough, you can add more Parmesan cheese. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a bit of cream to thin it out.
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Step 4
Turn off the stove when the alfredo sauce is the right consistency and serve immediately with your favorite pasta, chicken or seafood for an easy, satisfying meal.
