Description
This creamy White Garlic Pizza Sauce is a rich and flavorful alternative to traditional tomato-based pizza sauces. Made with butter, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and a touch of oregano, this sauce is perfect for adding a garlicky, cheesy twist to your homemade pizzas. It’s quick to prepare and can be used immediately or stored for later use.
Ingredients
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White Garlic Pizza Sauce Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp oregano
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Melt Butter: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter carefully to avoid browning.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, making sure not to burn the garlic.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Whisk in the all-purpose flour, ground black pepper, salt, and oregano until they are well combined with the butter and garlic mixture.
- Incorporate Milk: Slowly pour in the milk while whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming and to create a smooth mixture.
- Thicken Sauce: Continue to cook the sauce over medium heat, whisking occasionally until it thickens to your desired creamy consistency.
- Add Parmesan Cheese: Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy, enhancing the garlicky flavor.
- Use or Store: Use the sauce immediately on your pizza, or let it cool, cover, and refrigerate for later use.
Notes
- For a richer sauce, use whole milk or a combination of milk and cream.
- Make sure to whisk constantly when adding milk to avoid lumps.
- You can add more garlic if you prefer a stronger garlic flavor.
- This sauce can also be used as a base for creamy pasta dishes or as a dipping sauce.
- Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
