Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this homemade Garlic Parmesan Sauce. Perfect for drizzling over pasta, chicken, or vegetables, this versatile sauce will elevate any dish with its flavors.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
Optional:
- Pinch of red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Melt Butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Sauté Garlic: Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add Flour: Whisk in the flour and cook for another 1 minute to form a roux.
- Pour Cream: Slowly pour in the heavy cream while whisking continuously.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Cook: Continue to cook and stir for 3-5 minutes until smooth and thickened.
- Finish: Remove from heat, stir in chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- For a thinner sauce, add more cream or a splash of milk.
- Freshly grated Parmesan is recommended for best results.
- This sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 4 days; reheat gently on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
