Name: Creamy Garlic White Pizza Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 cup whole milk; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; Salt and pepper to taste

Description

This creamy garlic white pizza sauce recipe delivers a rich, flavorful base perfect for enhancing any homemade pizza. Made with butter, garlic, cream, and Parmesan cheese, it offers a smooth, velvety texture and fragrant herbaceous notes from oregano and basil. Ready in just 10 minutes, this stovetop sauce elevates your pizza with its decadent creaminess and savory garlic taste.

Ingredients

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Sauce Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Melt butter and sauté garlic: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, ensuring the garlic does not brown.
Add flour to create roux: Whisk in the all-purpose flour and continue cooking for 1 minute, stirring constantly to cook out the raw flour taste and form a smooth roux.
Incorporate milk and cream: Gradually pour in the whole milk and heavy cream while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to begin thickening the sauce.
Season and thicken: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
Finish and store: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly. Use immediately on your pizza or store any leftovers in an airtight container for later use.

Notes

Use fresh garlic for the best flavor, but you can substitute with garlic powder in a pinch.
Adjust the thickness by varying the cooking time; cook longer for thicker sauce or add more milk for a thinner consistency.
If you prefer a dairy-free version, substitute milk and cream with plant-based alternatives and use dairy-free Parmesan.
This sauce can also double as a creamy base for pasta dishes or as a dip for breadsticks.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently to prevent curdling.