Imagine transforming your ordinary pizza night into a gourmet experience with just one magical sauce! This Parmesan White Pizza Sauce is about to become your culinary superpower, turning ordinary meals into restaurant-worthy masterpieces. With its rich, creamy texture and bold Parmesan flavor, this sauce will make your taste buds dance and your dinner guests wonder how you became such an incredible home chef.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 1 cup
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, ensuring the pan is evenly coated.
- Add minced garlic to the heated olive oil and sauté gently for 30-45 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent burning. The garlic should become fragrant but not brown.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously to create a smooth base for the sauce.
- Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring consistently to help the cheese melt evenly and integrate into the cream.
- Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, whisking to distribute the seasonings thoroughly throughout the sauce.
- Continue cooking and stirring for 5-7 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken to a creamy consistency. The sauce should coat the back of a spoon without being too runny.
- Remove from heat and let the sauce rest for 2-3 minutes, which will allow it to further thicken naturally.
- Use immediately as a pizza sauce or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Tips
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best melting and flavor. Pre-packaged, pre-grated cheese can result in a less smooth sauce.
- Control your heat carefully - medium-low is key to prevent the cream from scorching or the garlic from burning.
- Stir constantly while adding cheese to ensure a smooth, lump-free consistency.
- If the sauce becomes too thick, you can thin it with a little extra cream or milk.
- For added depth of flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg or a splash of white wine while cooking.
- Let the sauce rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow it to naturally thicken and develop deeper flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 3g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 16g
Cholesterol: 85mg
