Red Lobster Alfredo Sauce Recipe
Craving comfort food? This Red Lobster Alfredo Sauce Recipe uses cream, butter, garlic, and cheese for a smooth, restaurant-style sauce.
Equipment
- Medium to large saucepan (heavy-bottomed is best)
- Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- Whisk (very important for smooth sauce)
- Measuring cups and spoons.
- Microplane or fine grater for cheese
- Small bowl for prepped ingredients
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cloves fresh garlic finely minced
- 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Romano cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Optional: pinch of nutmeg
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Melt the Butter
- Place your saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the butter and let it melt slowly. Don’t let it brown. We’re looking for silky, golden melted butter.
Step 2: Add Garlic
- Add the minced garlic and garlic powder to the butter. Stir gently and cook for about 30 seconds. You should smell it, but it should not turn brown. Burnt garlic will ruin the sauce.
Step 3: Pour in Cream and Milk
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream and milk while whisking. Keep the heat low. Let it warm up gently for 4–5 minutes. You don’t want it boiling.
Step 4: Add Cheese Gradually
- Lower the heat even more. Add the Parmesan and Romano cheese a handful at a time, whisking constantly. This is where the magic happens.
Step 5: Season and Thicken
- Season with salt, black pepper, and a tiny pinch of nutmeg if using. Let the sauce simmer gently until thickened, about 5–7 minutes.
Step 6: Taste and Adjust
- Taste your sauce. Add more cheese, salt, or pepper if needed. Finish with parsley if you like.
- That’s it. Creamy, dreamy Alfredo.