Description
Discover the creamy goodness of this versatile Hello Fresh Cream Sauce Base. This sauce, inspired by Alfredo, is perfect for pasta, casseroles, or even as a pizza base. It’s a rich and creamy staple that can transform any dish into a comforting, restaurant-quality experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Melt the Butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Be sure not to burn it—this will provide the rich base for your sauce.
- Add Garlic: Once the butter has melted, add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Incorporate the Cream: Slowly pour in the heavy cream while continuously whisking to avoid curdling. Keep the heat at medium to low.
- Add Parmesan Cheese: Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and integrated into the sauce, creating a rich, creamy texture.
- Season and Finish: Add salt and black pepper to taste. Optionally, garnish with chopped parsley for an extra touch of color and flavor.
- Serve Immediately: Use the sauce over freshly cooked pasta, as a pizza base, or in a casserole for best results.
Notes
- If your sauce becomes too thick, add a small splash of milk to loosen the consistency.
- To make a vegan version, use plant-based butter, dairy-free cream, and nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approx. 1/4 cup
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 21 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
Keywords: ,Hello Fresh Cream Sauce Base ,Creamy pasta sauce ,Alfredo style sauce ,Homemade cream sauce ,Rich white sauce