Description
A rich and creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce that’s perfect for pasta, pizza, or as a versatile dipping sauce. This quick and flavorful sauce combines garlic, Parmesan cheese, and a creamy base to elevate any dish.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup butter
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Dry Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup flour
- Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Melt Butter: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat, ensuring it does not brown.
- Cook Garlic and Seasoning: Add the minced garlic and Italian seasoning to the melted butter. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Make Roux: Whisk in the flour to form a smooth paste, cooking for about 1 minute to eliminate raw flour taste.
- Add Broth: Slowly pour in the chicken (or vegetable) broth while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the mixture is smooth and incorporated.
- Simmer to Thicken: Bring the mixture to a low simmer and cook for about 2 minutes until it begins to thicken.
- Add Cream and Cheese: Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Whisk until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Season and Serve: Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately over pasta, pizza, or as a dip.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the flour with cornstarch or a gluten-free flour blend.
- To enhance flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Stir frequently to prevent the cheese from clumping or burning.
- Best served fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days and gently reheated.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and Parmesan to taste for a stronger flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the recipe (about 1/4 cup)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
