Alfredo Sauce For One
Creamy Alfredo sauce made with butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan—perfect for one or two servings. Ready in minutes and delicious over pasta, chicken, or vegetables.
Servings: 1 serving
Equipment
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup heavy cream
- ½ tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- salt , to taste (optional)
Instructions
- In a 1-quart saucepan over medium heat, stir together the heavy cream and lemon juice. Add the butter and stir until melted. Reduce heat to medium-low and whisk for about 8 minutes, until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Stir in the Parmesan and nutmeg. Continue stirring for about 3 minutes, until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat. Toss with cooked pasta or use over chicken or shrimp.The sauce thickens as it cools. Taste and add 1/8 teaspoon of salt if needed.
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Notes
- Use the Right Pan: A 1-quart saucepan works best for a single serving and this size helps the sauce cook evenly.
- Stir Constantly: Stir often, especially around the edges and bottom of the pan, to prevent sticking or burning.
- Lighter Option: You can use half-and-half instead of cream, but the sauce will be thinner and less rich.
- Try Different Cheeses: Parmesan is classic, but cheddar, gruyere, Swiss, or gouda also work well.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 966kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 103g | Saturated Fat: 64g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 29g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 344mg | Sodium: 1407mg | Potassium: 219mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 3681IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 942mg | Iron: 1mg
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