Description
This Creamy Garlic Sauce is rich, velvety, and bursting with bold garlic flavor. It’s perfect for drizzling over chicken, pasta, steak, seafood, or roasted vegetables. Made with simple ingredients like garlic, butter, cream, and Parmesan, it’s a versatile sauce you’ll want to put on everything!
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced (or more if you love extra garlic!)
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter option)
- 1/2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (for extra depth)
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or basil, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
Instructions
1. Sauté the garlic:
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant (be careful not to let it brown).
2. Add the cream:
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir continuously.
- Let it simmer gently for 3-4 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
3. Add cheese and seasonings:
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens to your liking.
4. Finish and serve:
- Add lemon juice for a little brightness (optional).
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley or basil if using.
- Serve immediately over pasta, chicken, steak, or as a dip for breadsticks!
Notes
- For a thicker sauce, let it simmer longer or add 1 tablespoon of flour before adding the cream.
- Swap out Parmesan for Pecorino Romano for a stronger, saltier flavor.
- Use dairy-free cream and vegan butter for a plant-based version.