Description
This creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce is a rich, savory blend perfect for drizzling over pasta, pizza, or using as a delicious dipping sauce. Made with butter, garlic, Italian seasoning, and parmesan cheese, it delivers comforting flavors and a smooth, velvety texture achieved through stovetop cooking.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/4 cup butter
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat Butter: Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat to create the base of the sauce.
- Sauté Garlic and Seasoning: Add the finely minced garlic and Italian seasoning to the melted butter and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, enhancing the flavor profile.
- Create Roux: Whisk in the flour to form a smooth paste, which will thicken the sauce.
- Add Broth Gradually: Slowly pour in the chicken or vegetable broth while whisking constantly to avoid lumps and achieve a smooth consistency.
- Simmer and Thicken: Bring the mixture to a low simmer over medium heat and continue cooking for about 2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Incorporate Cream and Cheese: Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, whisking continuously until the cheese melts completely and the sauce becomes creamy and smooth.
- Season to Taste: Add kosher salt and pepper according to your preference, adjusting the seasoning to enhance the overall flavor.
- Serve: Use the sauce immediately over pasta, as a topping for pizza, or as a flavorful dipping sauce.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Grate your own Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and melting quality.
- The sauce thickens further upon cooling; reheat gently and whisk before serving if needed.
- Adjust garlic quantity for more or less pungency based on taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: Garlic Parmesan Sauce, creamy sauce, pasta sauce, easy Italian sauce, dipping sauce, garlic sauce
