Description
This creamy White Garlic Pizza Sauce is a rich and flavorful base perfect for elevating any homemade pizza. Made with butter, flour, milk, heavy cream, and a blend of fresh and powdered garlic, it’s thickened into a smooth, cheesy sauce with Parmesan cheese, delivering the perfect balance of garlicky richness and creamy texture.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup flour
Liquids
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Seasonings and Cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Make the Roux: In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to form a thick paste called a roux, which acts as the thickening base for the sauce.
- Add Liquids: Slowly whisk in the milk and heavy cream to the roux, making sure to whisk continuously to avoid lumps and create a smooth mixture.
- Season the Sauce: Add the minced garlic, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the saucepan. Continue stirring constantly and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency and the garlic flavors infuse the mixture.
- Finish the Sauce: Remove the saucepan from the heat, then stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it is fully combined and melted into the sauce, enriching its flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for a more pronounced flavor; adjust garlic powder accordingly.
- If the sauce becomes too thick, thin it with a little extra milk or cream.
- This sauce can be stored refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently before use.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with additional milk, though the texture will be less rich.
