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A fork twirling creamy fettuccine coated in rich, homemade Olive Garden-style Alfredo sauce, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.

Creamy Olive Garden Alfredo

This creamy Olive Garden Alfredo is a restaurant-style pasta dish you can easily make at home. Rich, cheesy, and perfectly smooth – it’s comfort food at its best!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 730
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 oz fettuccine pasta
Alfredo Sauce
  • 1/2 cup butter unsalted
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 1/2 cups Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 1/2 cup Romano cheese grated
  • 1/4 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese optional, for extra creaminess
Garnish
  • chopped parsley for serving

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Large Pot
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Cook fettuccine pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir frequently and do not boil.
  4. Add cream cheese (if using), Parmesan, and Romano cheese. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  5. Season with salt and pepper. Adjust consistency with a splash of pasta water if needed.
  6. Toss cooked pasta in the sauce until evenly coated. Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan.

Notes

For a protein boost, add grilled chicken or shrimp. Use freshly grated cheese for the smoothest, most authentic texture.