Description
Warm and velvety white garlic pizza sauce that elevates pizzas with rich garlic flavor and creamy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (50 g)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan set over medium heat, add the olive oil.
- Add the minced garlic to the heated oil and cook for about 1–2 minutes until fragrant, avoiding browning.
- Sprinkle in the flour, whisk continuously for about 1 minute to create a thickening base.
- Gradually pour in the heavy cream while whisking to prevent lumps; simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes; adjust to taste.
- Set aside to cool slightly before using on pizza.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Rewarm gently before using.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: garlic sauce, pizza sauce, creamy sauce, Italian sauce, vegetarian sauce