Description
Creamy garlic parmesan sauce elevates ordinary meals into extraordinary culinary experiences. Smooth, rich flavors blend perfectly, inviting home chefs to drizzle this luxurious sauce over pasta, chicken, or roasted vegetables with confident deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups (360ml) whole milk
- ½ cup (50g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter
Flavor Enhancers:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons (15g) all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
Seasonings:
- Salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare a medium saucepan and melt butter over gentle heat, introducing finely chopped garlic and allowing it to release its aromatic essence without scorching, stirring occasionally until the kitchen fills with a rich, pungent fragrance.
- Sprinkle flour into the buttery garlic mixture, whisking continuously to create a silky, golden roux that will serve as the sauce’s luxurious foundation.
- Slowly cascade milk into the roux, maintaining a steady stream while whisking vigorously to prevent any unwelcome lumps from forming, allowing the liquid to gradually thicken and transform into a velvety base.
- Reduce the heat to its lowest setting and introduce freshly grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese completely dissolves, creating a smooth, glossy texture that clings beautifully to any dish.
- Enhance the sauce’s depth by sprinkling in garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper, tasting and adjusting the seasonings to achieve a perfectly balanced flavor profile.
- Transfer the luscious sauce to your desired dish – whether drizzling over al dente pasta, coating roasted vegetables, or using as an indulgent dipping companion – and finish with a delicate garnish of freshly chopped parsley for a touch of vibrant color and fresh herbaceous note.
Notes
- Prevent garlic from burning by keeping the heat at medium and stirring frequently during sautéing.
- Create a smooth roux by whisking flour consistently and cooking it briefly to eliminate raw flour taste.
- Gradually add milk while whisking to avoid lumps and ensure a silky, consistent sauce texture.
- Melt Parmesan cheese slowly on low heat to maintain its creamy consistency and prevent separation.
- Customize the sauce’s thickness by adjusting milk quantity or simmering longer for a denser result.
- Enhance flavor by using freshly grated Parmesan instead of pre-packaged cheese for richer taste.
- Make the sauce gluten-free by substituting flour with cornstarch or alternative gluten-free thickeners.
- Transform the sauce into a lighter version by using low-fat milk and reducing butter quantity.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg