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Creamy Garlic Sauce


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  • Author: Lina Judi
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: About 1¾ cups 1x

Description

This creamy garlic sauce is rich, velvety, and bursting with garlic flavor. Perfect for drizzling over pasta, chicken, vegetables, or using as a dip, it’s an easy and versatile sauce that elevates any dish with minimal ingredients.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 6 cloves garlic, grated or finely minced (about 1 tablespoon)

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 1½ cups half and half

  • ½ cup chicken stock (or vegetable stock or water)

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced

  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste


Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

  • Add the garlic and sauté for 30–60 seconds, until fragrant but not browned.

  • Sprinkle in the flour and whisk continuously for 1–2 minutes to form a light roux.

  • Gradually whisk in the half and half, followed by the chicken stock, until the mixture is smooth.

  • Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook for 3–5 minutes, or until thickened to your liking.

  • Stir in the fresh parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.

  • Serve warm or use immediately in recipes.

Notes

  • For a richer sauce, use heavy cream in place of half and half.

  • You can add a pinch of parmesan cheese for an extra savory depth.

  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and gently reheated.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-inspired