Description
This sauce relies on a few high-quality dairy ingredients to create its signature creamy texture and rich taste. It’s a smooth, flavorful white sauce that comes together incredibly fast, making it perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter
- 3 Garlic Cloves, minced
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 2 tbsp Cream Cheese (Optional, for thickness)
- 1/2 tsp Italian Seasoning
- To taste Salt and Pepper
- 1 tsp Fresh Parsley, chopped (Optional)
Instructions
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Sauté the Garlic: Place a medium saucepan over medium heat. Melt the butter completely. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30–45 seconds, stirring constantly, just until fragrant. Do not burn.
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Create the Cream Base: Pour in the heavy cream slowly while whisking gently. Whisk until the butter and cream are fully combined and smooth.
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Add Cheeses and Seasoning: Reduce heat to medium-low. Add the grated Parmesan and optional cream cheese. Stir continuously until cheeses are melted. Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
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Simmer and Thicken: Let the sauce simmer gently for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally. It should bubble and thicken enough to coat the back of a spoon.
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Finish and Serve: Remove from heat. Stir in fresh parsley if using. Let the sauce cool for 5-10 minutes before spreading onto pizza dough to prevent sogginess.
Notes
- Watch the Garlic: Be very careful not to burn the garlic! As soon as you smell that wonderful aroma, move to the next step.
- Gluten-Free: Using heavy cream instead of milk ensures a rich sauce that thickens naturally without needing a flour roux.
- Cooling is Key: Remember that the sauce will thicken more as it cools. Let it cool before using so it spreads easily and doesn’t make the dough soggy.
- Cream Cheese Tip: If using cream cheese, make sure it’s softened or cut into small pieces so it melts evenly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sauce, Pizza
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 7.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
