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Why Olive Garden’s Alfredo Recipe Is a Must-Try This Summer

Why Olive Garden’s Alfredo Recipe Is a Must-Try This Summer

Ditch the store-bought jars! Our kitchen-tested Olive Garden Alfredo sauce uses a specific ratio of heavy whipping cream to whole milk to achieve the ultimate silky, restaurant-quality texture.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 677
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 16 ounces fettuccine or linguine pasta
  • 6 tablespoons salted butter ((¾ stick))
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon table salt
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1¼ cups heavy cream
  • 1½ cups whole milk
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese ( (from a block))
  • Finely chopped fresh parsley ((optional))

Method
 

  1. Cook the fettuccine according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until it's bubbling.
  3. Add the minced garlic, garlic powder, and salt. Whisk to combine.
  4. Sprinkle the flour over the butter and garlic mixture. Whisk until smooth.
  5. Slowly whisk in the heavy cream and milk.
  6. Bring the sauce to a gentle boil.
  7. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, until slightly thickened.
  8. Whisk in the parmesan cheese until melted.
  9. Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet.
  10. Use tongs to toss the pasta in the sauce until coated.
  11. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 677kcalCarbohydrates: 61gProtein: 20gFat: 39gSaturated Fat: 23gSodium: 622mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

The key to achieving a luxuriously creamy Alfredo sauce lies in slowly whisking in the heavy cream and milk. This gradual incorporation ensures that the mixture emulsifies properly, creating a smooth and velvety texture that clings beautifully to the pasta.

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