Description
Quick Kitchen Sauce is a creamy and flavorful addition to your culinary repertoire that elevates any dish in just 15 minutes. This versatile sauce, infused with rich garlic and Parmesan notes, is perfect for busy weeknights or impromptu gatherings. Its smooth texture complements pasta, vegetables, grilled meats, and more, making it an essential for any home cook. Whip it up using simple pantry staples and adjust the seasoning to suit your taste. Whether drizzled over your favorite dishes or used as a dip, this sauce will become a go-to favorite in no time.
Ingredients
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- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large sauté pan over medium-low heat.
- Add minced garlic and Italian seasoning; cook until fragrant.
- Whisk in the flour to combine, cooking for an additional minute.
- Gradually add vegetable broth while whisking continuously.
- Simmer for about 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Adjust consistency by adding more broth or cream if needed.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg