White Garlic Pizza Sauce
This creamy white garlic pizza sauce is a delicious and easy alternative to traditional tomato sauce. Made with simple ingredients, it adds a rich, savory flavor to any homemade pizza.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Enough for one 12-inch pizza
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, and cook until the sauce has thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before spreading on pizza crust.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use roasted garlic. You can also add a tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley or basil after the sauce has thickened.
Find it online: https://delilita.com/white-garlic-pizza-sauce/