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Creamy Garlic Sauce

5-Minute Creamy Garlic Sauce that Transforms Any Meal

This Creamy Garlic Sauce elevates any meal with its rich flavors, ready in just 5 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Use unsalted to control saltiness.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced or grated for optimal freshness.
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1 cup Half and Half Use heavy cream for a richer consistency.
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock Vegetable stock or water is a good alternative.
For the Garnish
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley Feel free to substitute with other herbs.
  • Kosher Salt and Black Pepper Season to taste based on preferences.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat until melted.
  2. Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the melted butter and sauté for about 30 seconds.
  3. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour into the skillet, stirring continuously for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Slowly whisk in 1 cup of half and half and 1 cup of chicken stock, allowing it to simmer.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in ¼ cup of fresh chopped parsley and season with kosher salt and black pepper.
  6. Adjust the consistency by adding chicken stock or half and half as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use fresh garlic cloves for maximum flavor. The sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for 3-4 days.

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