Basic Italian White Cream Sauce (Like an Alfredo or Bechamel)

BlondieItaliana's Note:

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!

• Total Time: 15 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 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.

Reviews

[Kittiya]

It's just what I need, simple, quick, and importantly delicious! You don't need to buy a jar of white sauce anymore.

[LizP]

I made this to go along with Tortellini Michaelangelo, which is Tortellini Michelangelo. I substituted fat free half and half for the heavy cream and it came out perfectly.....with much lower fat and calories. I couldn't tell the difference. I also used 2 cloves of fresh garlic for the garlic powder. Very easy and tasty.

[Hidesome]

Quite yummy and simple. Just what I was looking for.