Jumat, 11 November 2011

Homemade Alfredo Sauce Goes Beyond Italian

By Gerald Hipps


In the realm of luscious toppings, nothing is simpler and more elegant than homemade Alfredo sauce. It begins with the basics: cream, butter and Parmesan cheese. Whatever you want to add after that will only enhance the dish with variety and flavor.

While it may not be normally considered a diet food, a few substitutions can make it just that! If your diet regime is about counting calories, this may not be the best choice. In many cases, a regular sauce will blowout the calorie count for the day. However, when you are in the mood for a treat, even when on a diet, there is nothing better.

Alfredo sauce in a jar was slow in making it to market. Now you can find it alongside the tomato-based products in the grocery aisles. Nevertheless, it is not the real thing. Too many chemicals and not enough real ingredients make this a poor choice. Because it is such an easy recipe, head to the dairy aisle and make it yourself. The taste and texture will be far superior.

With dietary considerations and convenience factors out of the way, it is time to get down to the recipe. It is simple, but there are a few techniques to keep it smooth. In addition, there are a few additions or variations to make it interesting. Cream, butter, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper are the basics. Include garlic and few herbs for even more flavor. If you prefer a thicker version, you can add flour.

It is possible to reduce fat intake by using low-fat milk, a butter substitute, and a light cheese. Depending on the ingredients, this may or may not work for you. Testing is advised before offering this to guests. Flour will thicken and the creative use of spices will jazz it up so the fat content will not be missed.

Homemade Alfredo sauce has many uses. Of course, Fettuccini Alfredo is a standard restaurant dish. However, creative cooks now use it on pizza, stuffed shells or ravioli, and it is even showing up in Mexican cuisines. There is no end of ways to use it. Add herbs like basil and chives, garnish with parsley and grape tomatoes. Pour it on pastry shells or spaghetti squash. This is a versatile addition to your culinary world.




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