• 1 jar your favorite alfredo sauce

PICK ANY 1 OR 2 FROM ANY OF THE CATEGORIES BELOW AND ADD TO YOUR JAR ALFREDO.

Add to jar alfredo sauce so it doesn't taste like it came from a jar!

CHEESE/DAIRY - for ultimate creaminess add ONE or TWO of the following:

• heavy cream
• extra parmesan cheese
• mozzarella cheese
• butter
• cream cheese

HERBS/SPICES (fresh or dry) - for another layer of flavor - start small – 1/2 teaspoon at a time

• nutmeg  small pinch – about 1/4 teaspoon adds warmth
• thyme (dry or fresh)  earthy, slightly lemony flavor
• oregano also gives an earthy flavor but not lemony
• italian seasoning a blend of basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme and more – so you don't add other herbs
• garlic powder or garlic salt
• crushed red pepper flakes for extra spice!
• cajun seasoning even spicier!
• sauteed or roasted garlic
• fresh basil has great balance of sweet/savory – delicious aromatic - often used in Italian cooking
• roasted garlic caramelizes and sweetens the garlic

PROTEIN - adds a heartiness and ramps up taste. Cook before blending with sauce.

• chicken breasts
• ground chicken
• shrimp
• salmon

VEGETABLES - add sauteed or roasted vegetables for balance, texture and more robust flavor.

• sauteed mushrooms
• sun dried tomatoes
• broccoli
• peas
• bell peppers

WINE, STOCK AND MORE:

• dry white wine Add a splash of before adding the sauce for another level of flavor. Simmer to reduce before add Alfredo sauce.
• chicken stock Adds flavor and thins out the sauce a bit.
• worcestershire sauce Adds deeper flavor.