Description
Garlic cream sauce is a luxurious, smooth, and flavorful sauce perfect for pasta, grilled proteins, roasted vegetables, and even as a dip. Made with fresh garlic, butter, heavy cream, and cheese, this sauce brings a depth of richness to any meal. With simple ingredients and a quick preparation time, this is a must-have recipe for any home cook.
Ingredients
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Core Ingredients:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
Optional Additions:
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano or thyme (for extra flavor)
- 1 tablespoon flour (for a thicker sauce)
- ½ cup milk (for a lighter version)
Instructions
- Sauté Garlic: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Cream & Cheese: Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously. Add Parmesan cheese and whisk until fully melted.
- Season & Simmer: Stir in salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Let the sauce simmer for 5-7 minutes until it thickens.
- Final Touches: Adjust seasoning to taste. Garnish with parsley or additional cheese before serving.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk and butter with olive oil. Use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan for a vegan-friendly alternative.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauces
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Per 100g
- Calories: 215 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Garlic cream sauce, creamy pasta sauce, homemade Alfredo sauce, garlic butter sauce, easy garlic sauce, white sauce for pasta