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White Garlic Pizza Sauce

Creamy White Garlic Pizza Sauce

This creamy White Garlic Pizza Sauce enhances your pizza with rich flavors and is ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Uncategorized
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Can substitute half with whole milk for a lighter version.
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic is recommended for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Preferred for sautéing garlic.
  • 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour Add an extra tablespoon for a creamier sauce if needed.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt No substitutions necessary.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper Use freshly ground for best taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano Substitute with dried basil if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried basil Fresh can be used but adjust quantity.
  • 1 pinch Red pepper flakes (optional) Adjust based on your heat preference.
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Pecorino Romano can be a substitute.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Once the oil shimmers, add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour over the sautéed garlic, stirring constantly for about 1 minute to form a roux.
  3. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of heavy cream, ensuring a smooth mixture without lumps. Add 0.5 teaspoon of salt, 0.25 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and 1 teaspoon of dried basil.
  4. Continue to cook over medium heat, whisking for about 5–7 minutes until thickened.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
  6. Allow to cool slightly for about 5 minutes before using.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 8gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 300mg

Notes

This creamy sauce can be prepared ahead of time. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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