How to Make Cream Cheese Alfredo Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

There’s something undeniably comforting about a big bowl of pasta smothered in a creamy, velvety Alfredo sauce. The rich, savory flavors combined with the smooth, luxurious texture make it a beloved staple in the world of Italian cuisine. While traditional Alfredo sauce is made with butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, this recipe puts a delicious twist on the classic by using cream cheese as the main ingredient.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 portobello mushroom caps, thinly sliced
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • 6 ounces grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil leaves
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed
  • ground white pepper, to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in mushrooms; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  • Melt cream cheese and 1/2 cup butter in a saucepan, stirring occasionally, over medium heat. Stir in milk and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
  • Add basil, garlic, and white pepper. Simmer until flavors blend, about 5 minutes. Remove garlic, then stir in mushrooms.
  • Nutrition

    464 cal.

    • Total Fat: 42g
    • Saturated Fat: 26g
    • Cholesterol: 122mg
    • Sodium: 708mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 426mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 361mg