Ingredients
Scale
Let’s gather our ingredients for this indulgent sauce. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter
- 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg (optional, but it adds a lovely depth of flavor!)
These ingredients are simple to find and make for a rich, creamy sauce that’s perfect for pasta, chicken, or even as a dip!
Instructions
- Melt the unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir gently to combine.
- Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using) to taste.
Notes
- This sauce pairs wonderfully with fettuccine or as a topping for grilled chicken.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 100mg