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This Spicy Alfredo Sauce adds a punch of heat to your favorite creamy pasta sauce. Bring the fire energy with a pinch of red chili flakes for a bit of excitement with your fettucine.
I'm not a fan of guilty pleasures. I mean, I'm a big fan of pleasure, but I think we should all be allowed to love what we love unapologetically. And if some rich and famous person calls it basic, that says more about them and their need to be superior than it does about anyone who loves something that lots of people also love. Maybe that thing is just really really good.
I love Harry Potter and pumpkin spice chai and old school comfort food. Right at this moment, I'm contemplating over paying for a four pack of Kraft mac and cheese from Amazon (they don't sell it in Scotland) simply because that gross orange cheese powder makes me really happy. Love what you love and don't feel guilty about it for one moment.
What makes this recipe so awesome?
Fettucine alfredo might be one of those foods that is no longer cool, but it's still delicious as far as I'm concerned. This Spicy Alfredo Sauce takes your classy creamy pasta sauce and adds another dimension simply by stirring in a good amount of crushed red pepper flakes, or chili flakes, or whatever you want to call them.
It's not mind-blowingly hot, just a subtle warmth that builds throughout the meal. It's deeply savoury from plenty of Parmesan cheese, and of course very creamy. Alfredo sauce can sometimes be a bit bland, but this version is anything but. You can add grilled chicken if you want a bit of protein. Serve this with roasted broccoli with good olive oil and lemon zest for a bit of green.
Magical Properties of Red Pepper Flakes
Red pepper flakes will hold similar properties to all chili peppers. They certainly bring fire energy to a spell, and can help to speed things along. They can also be used in "hot foot" spells where you're trying to get rid of someone who has overstayed their welcome. It can also be used to bring some spice to a romantic situation and promote fidelity. Red pepper flakes can also be added to a warding powder to protect your home from negative energy. (Source: Aroma G's Botanica)
For more on the magical properties of other ingredients in this recipe, check the Kitchen Magick page.
Tips for making Spicy Alfredo Sauce
This sauce is so easy to make. We simply heat cream in a wide shallow pan and whisk in plenty of butter as it melts. Let it bubble gently for about five minutes to thicken a bit. Then add in your grated Parmesan cheese and whisk that in as it melts. We'll also stir in dried oregano, salt and pepper, and of course, plenty of red pepper flakes. Taste the sauce to make sure it's seasoned to perfection.
That's it. You've now got a delicious sauce ready to adorn pasta. You could even use this as a base for a creamy pizza situation. Whatever makes you happy.
This creamy sauce is great with a long wide pasta such as linguine, fettucine, or tagliatelle.
A little bit of fire energy always makes things more interesting. That's definitely true of this Spicy Alfredo Sauce. Give it a try. It's gonna be awesome.
Looking for more awesome pasta recipes? Try some Chicken & Goat Cheese Pasta or this Orzo with Bacon & Peas.
PrintSpicy Alfredo Sauce
This Spicy Alfredo Sauce adds a punch of heat to your favorite creamy pasta sauce. Bring the fire energy with a pinch of red chili flakes for a bit of excitement with your fettucine.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 10
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1-¼ cups or 300 ml heavy or double cream
- ¼ cup or 2 ounces butter
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more for sprinkling
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add your heavy cream to a wide shallow pan and warm it over medium low heat, stirring occasionally. Add the butter, and whisk to combine as the butter melts. Let this simmer for about five minutes to thicken.
- Stir in the cheese, followed by the oregano, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Once it's fully combined, taste for seasoning and adjust to your liking.
- Serve with 8 ounces of cooked long pasta such as linguine or fettucine. Sprinkle with more grated Parmesan cheese if you like.
Recipe adapted from My Baking Addiction.
Jenifer says
I made Spicy Alfredo last night. It was Awesome! I’m a Big cheese lover and love spicy foods so this was a no brainer for me, it had to be made. I added chicken breast for a little extra protein but it would have been just as good without it. You won’t be disappointed.
Vanessa says
I learned how to make awesome sauce using your recipe. I have moved a bit away from the original, but still share your link with friends and family along with my preferred edits when requested. Here's my favorite version so far, I would love your thoughts!
Ingredients -
1-1/4 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup salted butter
1/3 cup shredded parm (Sartori brand or hand shred from block)
2-1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
2 tsp smoked Spanish paprika
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
2 tsp fresh basil
1 tbsp garlic paste
Salt and pepper to taste (1 tsp pepper, 1/2 tsp salt)
Roasted red pepper (jar)
Cooking deviations -
Over medium heat in rounded bottom, wide skillet
Let simmer 3 minutes, add garlic paste
Once garlic is mixed and liquid is simmering again, add cheese in 2-3 parts and let fully melt before adding more
Add all seasoning after cheese melts
Serve over however much pasta you like, but I recommend it be swimming in sauce. The sauce is the meal
*Notes -
Follow the directions. If you don't whisk enough, or add cheese correctly it'll be ruined. No saving, clumpy mess RUINT.
Do not get cheap cheese. Kraft, or other bagged cheese has ingredients that prevent melting, and will ruin your sauce.
The level of spice requires a drink while eating. Not after every bite, but you're gonna want it and your lips are gonna burn when you're done. Halve for mild spice.
Substitute 1/4 cup heavy cream with 1/4 cup chicken stock for thinner sauce
Angel hair is my favorite pasta pair, and grilled chicken is the best protein addition. "Marry Me Chicken" recipes can be merged with this recipe for BOMB chicken over pasta - chicken stock substitute comes into play here.
Renee says
I'm glad you found a way to make it work for you.