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.