Olive Garden Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe
This Olive Garden Alfredo recipe recreates the creamy, classic fettuccine Alfredo sauce that is rich with buttery garlic flavor and Parmesan cheese. Perfectly cooked fettuccine noodles are tossed in a velvety homemade Alfredo sauce made with butter, garlic, heavy cream, and Parmesan, delivering a comforting Italian-American favorite right at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 16 ounces fettuccine
Sauce
- 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 (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
- Melt Butter and Add Garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the salted butter. Add the minced garlic, garlic powder, and salt. Whisk together and cook gently until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Create the Sauce Base: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour evenly over the melted butter and garlic mixture. Whisk continuously to combine the flour, butter, and garlic to form a roux. Slowly pour in the heavy whipping cream and whole milk while whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
- Simmer Sauce: Allow the sauce to come to a light boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add Parmesan: Stir in the shredded Parmesan cheese and whisk until it is fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Toss Pasta with Sauce: Add the cooked and drained fettuccine to the skillet. Use tongs to toss the pasta in the Alfredo sauce thoroughly so the noodles are evenly coated.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley on top for a fresh, colorful garnish. Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your homemade Olive Garden-style Alfredo.
Notes
- For a thicker sauce, simmer a bit longer until desired consistency is reached.
- If the sauce gets too thick, stir in a splash of milk to loosen it.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and melting quality.
- Do not overcook the garlic to avoid bitterness.
- Feel free to add cooked chicken or shrimp to make it a complete meal.
Keywords: Olive Garden Alfredo, Fettuccine Alfredo, Creamy Alfredo Sauce, Homemade Alfredo, Pasta Recipe
