Description
This creamy garlic white pizza sauce combines rich butter, fragrant garlic, and a blend of herbs with creamy dairy to create a luscious, smooth sauce perfect for elevating any pizza. Made on the stovetop in just 10 minutes, it is rich with Parmesan cheese for that authentic Italian flavor and thickened to a perfect consistency.
Ingredients
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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
- Melting the butter and sautéing garlic: In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned to ensure a smooth sauce base.
- Incorporating the flour: Whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly to form a roux which will help thicken the sauce evenly.
- Adding milk and cream: Gradually pour in the whole milk and heavy cream, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to activate the thickening process.
- Seasoning and thickening: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, dried basil, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Finishing up: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before using it on your pizza. Any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for later use.
Notes
- For a smoother sauce, strain the sauce through a fine mesh after cooking if desired.
- Adjust the thickness by adding more milk if too thick or cooking longer if too thin.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor impact.
- This sauce can be doubled or tripled depending on the recipe yield needed.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and consume within 3-4 days.
