Description
This creamy garlic white pizza sauce is a luscious blend of butter, garlic, cream, and Parmesan cheese, seasoned with Italian herbs. Perfect for spreading over your favorite pizza dough, it adds rich flavor and a smooth texture, enhancing any white pizza creation.
Ingredients
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Sauce Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt Butter and Sauté Garlic: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant, careful not to brown the garlic to avoid bitterness.
- Add Flour: Whisk in the all-purpose flour and continue to cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly to form a roux and remove the raw flour taste.
- Incorporate Milk and Cream: Gradually pour in the whole milk and heavy cream while whisking continuously to ensure a smooth mixture without lumps. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
- Add Cheese and Herbs: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, dried basil, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Finish and Store: Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool slightly before using it as a pizza sauce. Any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and smoothest texture.
- To prevent lumps, add the milk and cream slowly while whisking.
- Adjust seasoning according to your preference; consider adding a pinch of nutmeg for extra depth.
- This sauce works beautifully not only for pizza but also as a base for creamy pasta dishes or white sauces for vegetables.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.
