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Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional, for heat
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish, optional

Instructions
 

Melt the butter

  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until foamy.

Sauté the garlic

  1. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.

Make the roux

  1. Stir in the flour and cook for another minute, whisking continuously to form a smooth paste.
    light golden roux made from melted butter and flour

Add the liquids

  1. Slowly pour in the heavy cream and milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.

Incorporate the Parmesan

  1. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the grated Parmesan, allowing it to melt into the sauce.
    creamy, velvety sauce in a stainless steel saucepan

Season the sauce

  1. Add Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Continue stirring until the sauce thickens (about 3-4 minutes).

Finish and serve

  1. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.