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White Garlic Pizza Sauce

Creamy White Garlic Pizza Sauce to Transform Your Pies

This creamy white garlic pizza sauce is a delightful alternative to traditional tomato sauces, perfect for pizza or pasta.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Best Recipes
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream Provides creaminess and body; swap with whole milk for a lighter sauce.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Delivers robust flavor; increase for a stronger garlic taste.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Sautés garlic for richness; any cooking oil can work in a pinch.
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour Thicken the sauce; crucial for the roux base.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor; adjust to your liking.
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Adds a mild heat; use more for added spiciness.
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano Infuses Italian flavor; can substitute with Italian seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil Offers a sweet aromatic note; fresh basil can brighten the flavor.
  • red pepper flakes (optional) Provides heat; increase for a spicier kick.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Adds depth and umami; substitute with Pecorino Romano for variation.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for White Garlic Pizza Sauce
  1. In a medium saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Once shimmering, add 4 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
  2. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour evenly over the sautéed garlic. Stir the mixture continuously for about 1 minute to create a roux.
  3. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of heavy cream, ensuring there are no lumps, then add 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and 1 teaspoon of dried basil. If you like a kick, sprinkle in some red pepper flakes.
  4. Raise the heat to medium-high and continue cooking the sauce for about 5 to 7 minutes, whisking frequently.
  5. Once thickened, remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until it melts.
  6. Allow the sauce to cool for a few minutes before using it.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 5gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Enjoy this creamy White Garlic Pizza Sauce drizzled over pizzas, pasta, or as a decadent dip for breadsticks! Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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