Quick Kitchen Sauce: Creamy Garlic Bliss in 15 Minutes

Quick Kitchen Sauce is a creamy garlic delight that elevates ordinary meals with minimal ingredients in just 15 minutes.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Sauces

Cuisine: Vegetarian

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sauce

4 tablespoons unsalted butter Adds richness and body; olive oil is a lighter substitute.
4 cloves fresh garlic Provides deep, aromatic flavor; use 1 tsp of garlic powder for every 4 cloves in a pinch.
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning blend Enhances the sauce with herbal notes; substitute with dried oregano or basil if needed.
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour Serves as a thickener; cornstarch is a gluten-free alternative.
1 cup vegetable broth Base liquid for depth of flavor; chicken broth can be used for a non-vegetarian option.
1 cup heavy cream Adds creaminess and richness; half-and-half or coconut cream for lighter options.
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese Provides umami and saltiness; mozzarella or cheddar can be substitutes.
1 tablespoon fresh parsley Adds brightness and freshness; any fresh herbs like basil can be substituted.
to taste kosher salt Season to taste.
to taste fresh cracked black pepper Season to taste.

Equipment

Large sauté pan

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a large sauté pan, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium-low heat for about 2 minutes.
Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Gradually whisk in 1 cup of vegetable broth into the sautéed garlic and butter, whisking for another 2 minutes.
Sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour while stirring continuously for a couple of minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
Slowly pour in 1 cup of heavy cream while stirring, then mix in ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
Taste and adjust seasoning with kosher salt and fresh cracked black pepper as desired.
Remove from heat and serve over pasta, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables, garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For thicker sauce, simmer longer; for thinner, stir in a splash of broth. Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days or freeze for 3 months.

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