Olive Garden Alfredo Recipe

Olive Garden Alfredo Recipe

6 servings
With just six simple steps, this delicious copycat Olive Garden alfredo sauce has a creamy flavor that is just like the restaurant favorite. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces fettuccine
  • 6 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1 tablespoon garlic

    minced

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1¼ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1½ cup whole milk
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese

    shredded

  • fresh parsley

    finely chopped

Directions

  1. 1

    Cook pasta per package directions, drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    In a large skillet over medium heat, add butter and let it melt. Add minced garlic, garlic powder, and salt. Whisk together to combine.

  3. 3

    Sprinkle the flour over the butter and garlic mixture. Whisk together and then slowly add the heavy cream and milk while whisking. Let sauce begin to boil and then reduce heat to low and allow it to simmer for 2 to 3 minutes. 

  4. 4

    Add parmesan cheese and whisk together.

  5. 5

    Add the cooked and drained fettuccine. Use tongs to toss the pasta in the sauce.

  6. 6

    Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Olive Garden Alfredo Recipe

Olive Garden Alfredo Recipe

5.0(83)20 min6 servings

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About this Recipe

Dreaming of that classic Olive Garden alfredo without leaving your kitchen? This simple recipe brings the restaurant's creamy, indulgent flavors right to your table, ready in just 20 minutes. You'll love how easy it is to recreate a beloved favorite.

What makes this alfredo a true copycat is its perfect balance of rich dairy and savory garlic, combined in a straightforward, six-step process. This method ensures you achieve that signature velvety texture and deep flavor without any fuss, making it stand out from thinner, less authentic versions.

Prepare for a deeply satisfying, rich alfredo sauce that perfectly coats every strand of fettuccine. The harmonious blend of heavy whipping cream, whole milk, and shredded Parmesan cheese delivers an incredibly smooth and decadent experience, brightened by the aromatic punch of both minced garlic and garlic powder. The fresh parsley adds a vibrant finish.

This recipe is surprisingly easy to execute, making it perfect for a comforting weeknight meal or a special occasion when you desire maximum flavor with minimal effort. It promises a truly creamy, restaurant-quality pasta dish that will have your taste buds thanking you.

While this alfredo recipe shines on its own with fettuccine, you can easily customize your meal. Consider adding your favorite cooked protein, like grilled chicken or sautéed shrimp, to make it a complete dinner. For a touch of freshness, a sprinkle of freshly cracked black pepper alongside the finely chopped parsley complements the rich sauce beautifully.

This creamy Olive Garden alfredo is ideal for a comforting family dinner or a delightful date night at home. Serve it alongside a crisp green salad and some warm, crusty bread to fully enjoy every last bit of that luscious sauce.

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