Garlic Pizza Sauce Recipe
Garlic pizza sauce isn’t just sauce—it’s an aromatic declaration of independence from boring, tasteless pies. Packed with buttery richness and pungent garlic goodness, this velvety sauce turns even plain crusts into flavor-packed masterpieces. No, you won’t need vampire repellents, but maybe a breath mint for polite society. It’s easy, quick, and utterly irresistible.
Garlic Pizza Sauce Recipe
Rich and flavorful garlic sauce perfect for enhancing pizzas or drizzling over breadsticks, featuring butter, cream, and fresh garlic.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 5 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups whole milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil optional for a glossy finish
Instructions
- Melt the butter: Heat a saucepan over medium heat and melt the butter until it begins to foam.
- Sauté garlic: Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Make the roux: Stir in the flour, cooking for another minute to form a golden paste.
- Pour in the milk: Gradually whisk in milk, ensuring no lumps form.
- Season: Add salt, black pepper, and oregano. Keep stirring until the sauce thickens.
- Add Parmesan: Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Final touch: Drizzle olive oil for extra richness and gloss if desired.
- Cool and serve: Let the sauce cool slightly before spreading on pizza dough or serving as a dipping sauce.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving – 1/3 cup):
- Calories: 150
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Calcium: 15%
- Vitamin A: 10%
- Potassium: 6%
- Vitamin D: 8%
- Iron: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips:
- Flavor Boost: A pinch of nutmeg adds a subtle warmth to the sauce.
- Storage Tip: Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Serving Hack: Use as a creamy pasta sauce if you’re feeling adventurous.
- Garlic Lovers’ Delight: Roasting the garlic before sautéing intensifies its flavor beautifully.
