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Simple Alfredo Sauce (Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free & Grain-Free)

Learn how to make this simple creamy Alfredo sauce, using the best ingredients. You will also learn the answers to some questions, such as who invented this sauce and why some sauces clump. The answers may surprise you! 
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 16 1/4 Cup Servings
Calories: 239.7
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Measuring Cups

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in a medium, non-stick saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add cream cheese and garlic. Whisk until the cream cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
  3. Slowly add milk, while whisking the sauce.
  4. Add cheese and nutmeg. Continue whisking the sauce to ensure a smooth texture.
  5. When all the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and free of lumps, remove the sauce from heat.
  6. Add more cream if a thinner consistency is desired.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (SparkPeople.com)
16 Servings (~1/4 cup each)
Amount Per Serving:
  • Calories                                             239.7
  • Total Fat                                             23.7 g
  • Saturated Fat                                     14.5 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat                          0.1 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat                       0.9 g
  • Cholesterol                                        73.4 mg
  • Sodium                                             315.5 mg
  • Potassium                                          15.3 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate                            1.2 g
  • Dietary Fiber                                       0.0 g
  • Sugars                                                   0.5 g
  • Protein                                                  5.5 g
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.