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Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce for Perfect Pasta Nights

Create a delicious Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce in just 15 minutes, perfect for pasta, pizza, or a dipping sauce.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Featured Recipes
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Enhances creaminess; vegan butter can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Helps sauté the garlic; can substitute avocado oil.
  • 4-5 cloves Garlic Freshly chopped for best flavor.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream For a luscious texture; use half-and-half as a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for smooth melting.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to taste preferences.
  • to taste Black Pepper Freshly cracked for enhanced flavor.
Optional Add-Ins
  • pinch Crushed Red Pepper Flakes For a spicy kick.
  • to taste Fresh Herbs Such as parsley or basil.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until hot and shimmering, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Once the oil and butter are hot, add 4-5 cloves of finely chopped fresh garlic to the pan. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic turns golden and fragrant.
  3. Reduce the heat to low, then slowly pour in 1 cup of heavy cream, stirring gently to combine. Allow the mixture to heat through, simmering for about 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  4. Stir in 1 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, continuing to mix until the cheese melts completely and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
  5. Add salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste, stirring to combine.
  6. Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce sit for a minute before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 3gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.1mg

Notes

This sauce is best enjoyed fresh, but it can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or frozen for up to 3 months.

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