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Creamy Garlic Sauce

Instantly Irresistible Creamy Garlic Sauce in Just 5 Minutes

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This Creamy Garlic Sauce is quick and transforms dishes into savory delights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Uncategorized
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter Provides richness and serves as the flavorful base.
  • 3 cloves garlic Freshly minced garlic is essential for a robust flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 cup half and half Can substitute with heavy cream for richness.
  • 1 cup chicken stock Vegetable stock works for a vegetarian option.
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley Adds a fresh note; swap with basil or thyme if desired.
  • kosher salt Essential for flavor enhancement.
  • black pepper Essential for flavor enhancement.

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Creamy Garlic Sauce
  1. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat until bubbly and foamy, about 1–2 minutes.
  2. Add the freshly minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant and golden.
  3. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1–2 minutes until lightly golden and bubbly, ensuring no lumps.
  4. Gradually whisk in the half and half and chicken stock, bringing to a gentle simmer for about 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in minced parsley and season with kosher salt and black pepper to taste.
  6. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This sauce can be customized with fresh herbs and additional spices to suit your taste.

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