Description
A rich and creamy garlic sauce perfect for drizzling over pizza or serving as a flavorful dipping sauce. Made with butter, garlic, herbs, cream, and parmesan cheese, this sauce adds a savory depth and mouthwatering aroma to your favorite pizza dishes.
Ingredients
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Garlic Sauce Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté Garlic: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
- Make Roux: Add the flour to the garlic-butter mixture and stir for about 1 minute until it forms a thick paste.
- Add Cream: Gradually pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Stir until the sauce begins to thicken.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in oregano, basil, salt, and grated parmesan cheese. Continue stirring until the cheese melts completely, creating a smooth sauce.
- Finish: Season with freshly cracked black pepper to taste. If the sauce is too thick, thin it with more cream or milk.
- Serve: Drizzle the sauce over your pizza or serve it as a dipping sauce on the side.
Notes
- Use freshly minced garlic for the best flavor and aroma.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a splash more heavy cream or milk to reach desired consistency.
- This sauce can be prepared ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently before serving.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream, but the sauce may be less rich.
- Grated parmesan cheese adds depth and umami; use good quality cheese for best results.
