Basic Italian White Cream Sauce (Like an Alfredo or Bechamel) |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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This recipe is for a basic Italian White Cream Sauce (like an Alfredo or bechamel) for Pasta, Chicken, Shrimp, etc. You can add other ingredients to suit your liking, this is the basic version - goes great over Fettuccine or Tortellini... you can also add 1 teaspoon oregano or parsley to flavor. If you throw in some bacon, carmelized onion & a handful of frozen peas & serve over pappardelle it is absolutely fabulous! Ingredients:
1 cup heavy cream |
1/2 cup butter |
3 -4 tablespoons flour |
3 tablespoons parmigiano, grated |
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder |
1 ounce prosciutto (finely sliced then shredded **optional**) (optional) |
1 dash salt |
Directions:
1. Melt butter in small saucepan cooking over low to medium heat, stirring for about 5 minutes.
2. Add flour and stir until the butter and flour are well combined. Pour in cream & remaining ingredients, stirring constantly as it thickens.
3. Add more cream or flour depending on desired consistency.
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