Description
This Creamy Garlic Sauce is a rich and versatile sauce that’s perfect for pasta, roasted vegetables, chicken, or as a dipping sauce. It combines buttery, garlicky goodness with a smooth, creamy texture for a flavorful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Optional: 1 teaspoon fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté the Garlic: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.
- Make a Roux: Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute to form a roux, which will help thicken the sauce.
- Add the Cream: Gradually whisk in the heavy cream, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce starts to thicken.
- Stir in Parmesan: If using, stir in the Parmesan cheese and whisk until melted and the sauce is smooth. This adds extra richness and flavor to the sauce.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste. For a little extra kick, add more black pepper.
- Serve: Drizzle the Creamy Garlic Sauce over pasta, chicken, vegetables, or any other dish that could use a deliciously creamy touch. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half or milk for heavy cream.
- You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy variation.
- If the sauce thickens too much after cooling, you can reheat it with a splash of milk or cream.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg