Description

Indulge in the rich flavors of Italy with this creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce Recipe, perfectly crafted for pasta, pizza, or as a dip. Made with aromatic garlic, nutty Parmesan cheese, and a hint of black pepper, this sauce is sure to elevate any dish.

Ingredients

Scale

6 cloves garlic
1 ounce Parmesan cheese (about 1/2 firmly packed cup grated on a Microplane or 1/3 cup store-bought)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups half-and-half or whole milk
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Sprinkle the flour over the garlic and butter, whisking continuously for 1 minute.
Gradually pour in the half-and-half or milk, whisking until smooth.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, until it thickens.
Remove from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Notes

Tips: For an extra rich sauce, add 1-2 tablespoons of grated Romano cheese. You can also store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Sauces
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 cup
Calories: 120
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: garlic parmesan sauce, pasta sauce, pizza sauce, dip