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Yes, of course you can buy pre-made Alfredo sauce at your local Whole Foods, Jewel-Osco, Dominick’s, etc. But let’s be honest, no Alfredo sauce will taste as good as a homemade version. Besides, readymade Alfredo sauce? That’s for amateurs. Follow these simple steps and you’ll have created an Alfredo sauce so flavorful that you won’t be able to resist making it all the time.

Thank you to Ilan Senerman for featuring in this video. 

How to Make Alfredo Sauce from Northwestern Spoon Magazine on Vimeo.

Recipe for Alfredo Sauce:

Level: Easy

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

Serves: 2-3 people

Ingredients:
Block of Parmesan cheese
Block of Pecorino Romano Cheese
Butter
Heavy whipping cream
Pepper

Directions:
Grate 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
Grate 1/4 cup Pecorino Romano cheese
Add butter to pan on medium heat
Add heavy whipping cream once butter has melted
Add pepper to taste
Add both cheeses (total 1/2 cup) to the pan
Mix contents in pan
Add any cooked pasta to pan
Mix pasta with sauce
Add more pepper if desired