Alfredo Sauce with Cream Cheese

In a medium saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter and 3 ounces cream cheese over low heat. Add 1/2 teaspoon garlic and cook 1 minute. Whisk in 2 cups heavy cream, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning, if using.

Increase the heat to medium-low and bring to a simmer. Simmer 5 minutes, whisking occasionally. Stir in 1/4 cup parmesan cheese and simmer until melt. Add up to 1/2 cup more parmesan, if desired. The more cheese you add, the thicker the sauce will be.

Toss with pasta and serve. If using chicken or broccoli, stir into the sauce. Toss with cooked fettuccine until coated. Serve while hot. Sprinkle with fresh parmesan cheese and parsley on top, if desired.