Love rich, creamy alfredo sauce? It does so much more than make a great fettuccine alfredo! Check out plenty of recipes that make the most of this creamy, cheesy pasta sauce.
17 Recipes That Start with a Jar of Alfredo Sauce
Updated on Jun. 14, 2024
Five-Cheese Ziti al Forno
After having the five-cheese ziti at Olive Garden, I tried to make my own version of it—and I think I got pretty close. I always double this when I’m making it and freeze the second one for another meal. —Keri Whitney, Castro Valley, California
1/17
2/17
Garden Vegetable Gnocchi
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When we go meatless, we toss gnocchi (my husband’s favorite) with veggies and a dab of pesto. I use zucchini in this, too. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 402 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 955mg sodium, 57g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 5g fiber), 13g protein.
3/17
Ham Ravioli Bake
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I based this recipe on a dish my husband likes to order when we go out for Italian food. Not only does he love it, but my daughter does too! —Jennifer Berger, Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 653 calories, 31g fat (16g saturated fat), 137mg cholesterol, 1496mg sodium, 61g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 35g protein.
4/17
Sausage French Bread Pizza
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I never seem to have pizza dough on hand, but that doesn't ever stop our family from enjoying pizza. We top crusty French bread with creamy Alfredo sauce, sausage and veggies. It's great to serve at a party for children or teens. —Cherie Sweet, Evansville, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 406 calories, 20g fat (10g saturated fat), 51mg cholesterol, 1038mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 19g protein.
5/17
Stuffed Pasta Shells
Total Time
45 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These savory shells never fail to make a big impression, even though the recipe is very easy. One or two of these shells makes a great individual serving at a potluck, so a single batch goes a long way.
—Jena Coffey, St. Louis, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 314 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 576mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 18g protein.
6/17
Artichoke Blue Cheese Fettuccine
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Store-bought Alfredo sauce speeds along this flavorful, meatless entree. I use dry pasta, but you can use refrigerated fettuccine to make this recipe even faster. —Jolanthe Erb, Harrisonburg, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 499 calories, 14g fat (9g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 770mg sodium, 74g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 21g protein.
7/17
Turkey Cordon Bleu with Alfredo Sauce
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For our annual Kentucky Derby party I wanted to create a twist on a traditional Kentucky Hot Brown sandwich, and my turkey cordon bleu was born. The turkey is tender and flavorful, full of smoky ham and melted cheese, but the crispy bacon really sets the dish off. —Sandy Komisarek, Swanton, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 turkey roll-up with about 3 tablespoons sauce: 455 calories, 24g fat (10g saturated fat), 147mg cholesterol, 910mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 39g protein.
8/17
Chicken Gnocchi Pesto Soup
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
After tasting a similar soup at a restaurant, I created this quick and tasty version. The pesto adds an extra-nice Italian flavor that is often missing from other gnocchi soups. —Deanna Smith, Des Moines, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 586 calories, 26g fat (11g saturated fat), 158mg cholesterol, 1650mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 31g protein.
9/17
Chicken Alfredo with Grilled Apples
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
If you've never grilled apples before, here's your excuse to start. I created this Alfredo-style chicken for a party. By the number of recipe requests, I knew it was a hit. —Richard Robinson, Park Forest, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 352 calories, 16g fat (8g saturated fat), 124mg cholesterol, 684mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 43g protein.
10/17
Garlic Pizza Wedges
Total Time
25 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Our pastor made this for a get-together, and my husband and i just couldn't stay away from the hors d'oeuvres table. The cheesy slices taste great served warm, but they're still wonderful when they've cooled slightly. —Krysten Johnson, Simi Valley, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 119 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 193mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
11/17
Chicken-Pepper Alfredo
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I want a lighter dinner, I use lean turkey bacon in this recipe. It gives the pasta that richness you want without all the extra fat. —Courtney Harris, Denton, Texas
12/17
Penne Beef Bake
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I had ground beef and veggies on hand so I came up with this pizza-flavored casserole. I never expected my family to love it so much. It's a good way to sneak in some extra veggies for the kids. —Jennifer Wise, Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 395 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 62mg cholesterol, 805mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 7g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 2 lean meat, 1 fat.
13/17
Creamy Prosciutto Pasta
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I'm always looking for dinners that I can put together quickly. I re-created a favorite pasta dish from an Italian restaurant by using grocery store convenience products. Add crusty bread and a salad for a complete meal. —Christine Ward, Austin, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 458 calories, 19g fat (11g saturated fat), 97mg cholesterol, 1188mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 6g fiber), 24g protein.
14/17
Spinach-Basil Lasagna
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
In the kitchen, my husband and I like to use classic ingredients in new ways. I came up with this lasagna one day and haven’t made another type since. We love it! —Charlotte Gehle, Brownstown, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 291 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 59mg cholesterol, 673mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 3g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 medium-fat meat.
15/17
Chicken Broccoli Shells
Total Time
45 min
Servings
7 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This cheesy entree is a make-ahead dream. Just assemble it ahead of time and put it in the oven when company arrives. I round out the meal with a tossed salad and warm bread. —Karen Jagger, Columbia City, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
3 shells: 355 calories, 16g fat (9g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 453mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein.
16/17
Shrimp & Crab Pizza
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When we were growing up, my mother made an amazing pizza with shrimp and crab. Now my kids ask for it, and the tradition continues. —Danielle Woodward, Colorado Springs, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 403 calories, 15g fat (7g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 1014mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 27g protein.
17/17
Shrimp Alfredo
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Instead of buying a jar of sauce, make it from scratch for this easy shrimp Alfredo recipe. The garlic aroma will call your family to the table. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 788 calories, 51g fat (31g saturated fat), 317mg cholesterol, 573mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 38g protein.
