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Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce

Irresistible Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce Ready in 15 Minutes

This Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce is a quick and delicious addition to any meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 3-4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 cup heavy cream or plant-based cream
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley optional; chopped

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by mincing fresh garlic cloves finely.
  2. In a medium saucepan, pour in 2 tablespoons of olive oil and heat over medium heat for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the hot oil, stirring gently. Sauté for about 2-4 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream into the saucepan with the sautéed garlic, stirring continuously.
  5. Once the cream is simmering, gradually add 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese while stirring constantly.
  6. Sprinkle in salt and pepper to taste, stirring well to incorporate.
  7. Let the sauce simmer on low heat for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Remove from heat and serve over pasta, pizza, or as a dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 7gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This sauce can be prepared in advance and stored. Best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to a week.

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