published Dec 27, 2023, updated May 27, 2024 Take my Italian American-style Alfredo Sauce and blend it with some fresh Basil Pesto and the combination is a match made in pasta heaven. It’s creamy, cheesy and has that amazing herbal pesto flavor all in one. It’s so easy to make. Now of course one could easily purchase store bought versions of each, but it’s easy to make and the flavors are so much better. No chemical preservatives, just fresh ingredients and your family will tell the difference!
Basil – Basil adds a fresh, vibrant flavor and aromatic herbaceousness to pesto, providing a distinctive green color and a sweet, slightly peppery taste that defines the sauce. Olive Oil – Olive oil adds a smooth, rich texture to pesto, blending ingredients seamlessly while imparting a fruity, slightly peppery flavor that enhances the overall taste. Garlic – Garlic adds a pungent, aromatic kick to pesto, enhancing its depth and providing a spicy undertone that complements the freshness of basil and richness of nuts. Pine Nuts – Pine nuts add a rich, buttery flavor and creamy texture to pesto, enhancing its nutty complexity and balancing the sharpness of basil and garlic. Butter – Harmonizes the flavors of the dish while adding another layer of richness. Heavy cream – Unfortunately, skim or low-fat milk options aren’t the best for making this sauce. Full-fat milk is best to get that thick, creamy consistency. Substitutes: Half and Half (equal part milk and cream) You can also use evaporated milk 3 parts whole milk and 1 part melted butter Equal parts whole milk and Greek yogurt, whisked together Parmesan cheese – Grated fine for quick meltability, this nutty flavored cheese is key in this sauce! Nutmeg – This surprise guest subtly enhances and balances out the denser flavors in the dish with a touch of warmth and spicy sweetness.
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