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Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce

Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce: The Ultimate Pasta Booster

Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce is a rich, aromatic sauce perfect for pasta, pizza, or a dip. Ready in about 15 minutes, it's an easy way to elevate any dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Garlicky Base
  • 4 cloves Garlic fresh, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil high-quality, extra virgin
For the Creamy Texture
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream luxurious, smooth consistency
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese adds savory, salty element
For Seasoning
  • to taste pinch Salt adjust according to preference
  • to taste few cracks Black Pepper fresh-ground recommended
For Freshness
  • 1 handful Parsley finely chopped

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
  2. Pour the olive oil into a medium saucepan and heat over medium heat for about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the pan, stirring constantly for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and stir well, bringing to a gentle simmer for about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Gradually stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts smoothly, cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  7. Stir in the chopped parsley just before serving.
  8. Serve hot over pasta, pizza, or as a dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 8gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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