Cajun shrimp alfredo recipe with jar sauce: 59 photos
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Extra seasonings and spices will go a long way in adding flavor to a boring jar of sauce. Some of my personal favorites include salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, dried basil, oregano, onion powder or seasoned salt. Start with small amounts (1/2 teaspoon at a time) and add as needed, in order to avoid over-spicing.
15 Ways To Upgrade Store-Bought Alfredo Sauce
- Add extra cheese for creaminess and flavor. ...
- Stir in a touch of marinara to mimic a vodka sauce. ...
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- Simmer with extra herbs and spices for added depth.
You can add a little store-bought cream cheese (or Neufchatel or Ricotta) and a sprinkle of Herbes du Provence spice (or any combination of thyme, savory, oregano, rosemary, marjoram, parsley, lavender) and fresh ground black peppercorns to jarred Alfredo sauce.
In a bowl, whisk together equal parts of cornstarch and water—about 2 tablespoons of each for four servings of pasta and sauce. Add 2 teaspoons of the slurry to the Alfredo sauce. Bring the sauce to a boil to activate the starch, then add more slurry, 1 teaspoon at a time, as needed.
13 Ways to Make Any Jarred Pasta Sauce Better
- Start with the right pasta and sauce. ...
- Season with dried herbs. ...
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- Add more garlic and/or onions. ...
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