Ingredients
1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (1 stick)
2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream
2 cups Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese (Parmigiano-Reggiano)
2 cloves Garlic, minced
1/4 tsp Salt (or to taste)
1/4 tsp Cracked Black Pepper
1 pinch Ground Nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat until it begins to foam slightly.
Step 2: Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let it brown.
Step 3: Slowly whisk in the heavy whipping cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 4: Reduce heat to low. Add the grated Parmesan cheese one handful at a time, whisking constantly until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
Step 5: Stir in the salt, black pepper, and optional nutmeg. Remove from heat and serve immediately over your favorite pasta.
Notes
Always grate your own cheese from a block for the smoothest results. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of pasta water.
- Prep Time: PT5M
- Cook Time: PT10M
- Category: Main Dishes & Sides
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 0.5 cup
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 30g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 145mg