Side Alfredo Recipe

Name: Dua Pies Side Alfredo Recipe
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 4 tbsp unsalted butter; 2 cloves garlic cloves, finely minced; 1.5 tbsp all-purpose flour; 1 cups whole milk; 1 cups heavy cream; 1 cups grated Parmesan cheese; 0.75 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 0.125 tsp nutmeg, freshly grated (optional); 1 tbs chopped fresh parsley; 0.5 tsp lemon zest (optional, for brightness)

Inspired by Dua Pie

Time20m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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Alfredo Sauce

4 tbsp Unsalted butter

2 cloves garlic cloves, finely minced

1 1/2 tbsp 00 bread flour

1 cups whole milk

1 cups Heavy cream

1 cups Grated Parmesan cheese

3/4 tsp Celtic sea salt

1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

1/8 tsp nutmeg, freshly grated (optional)

Finishing & Serving

1 tbs chopped fresh parsley

1/2 tsp lemon zest (optional, for brightness)

Method

Alfredo Sauce

Prepare ingredients

Measure and grate the Parmesan so it’s ready. Finely mince the garlic and set milk and cream next to the stove. This prevents overcooking while you assemble the sauce.

In a medium saucepan or skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter until foaming but not browned (about 1–2 minutes).

Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté gently for 30–45 seconds until fragrant. Do not let the garlic brown.

Sprinkle the flour over the butter and garlic and whisk continuously to form a smooth paste (a roux). Cook the roux for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste, keeping the heat low so it does not color.

Slowly pour in the milk while whisking constantly to incorporate and avoid lumps. Once milk is fully incorporated and mixture is smooth, add the heavy cream and continue to whisk.

Increase heat to medium and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, whisking frequently. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken and coats the back of a spoon.

Reduce heat to low. Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan a handful at a time, allowing it to melt completely and create a silky texture. Avoid boiling once the cheese is added to prevent separation.

Season the sauce with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and the optional grated nutmeg. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

If the sauce becomes too thick, thin it with up to 2 tablespoons of milk, adding a little at a time until you reach desired consistency for a side portion (should be creamy and pourable).

Finishing & Serving

Remove the sauce from heat. Stir in the chopped parsley and optional lemon zest to brighten the flavor.

Transfer the Alfredo to a small warm serving bowl. For a side serving, portion about 1/2 cup per person alongside pasta, vegetables, or proteins.

Garnish with an extra dusting of grated Parmesan and a little cracked black pepper if desired. Serve immediately; Alfredo thickens as it cools—reheat gently over low heat with a splash of milk if needed.