Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this homemade Garlic Parmesan Sauce. Perfect for drizzling over pasta, dipping chicken wings, or adding flavor to vegetables, this versatile sauce is a must-try for any garlic and cheese lover.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Melt Butter: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Make Roux: Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
- Add Cream: Slowly whisk in the heavy cream until smooth and combined.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened.
- Add Cheese: Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
Notes:
- This sauce is perfect for pasta, chicken wings, vegetables, or as a dip.
- For a thinner consistency, add a splash of milk or chicken broth.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
