Garlic Pasta Sauce
Transform your pasta night with this rich and creamy Garlic Pasta Sauce, a luxurious blend of butter, olive oil, and sautéed garlic that delivers unbeatable flavor in every bite. This silky sauce combines the indulgence of heavy cream and milk with the nuttiness of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, thickened to velvety perfection with a simple roux. A dash of red pepper flakes adds a hint of heat, while fresh parsley offers a burst of freshness, making it as beautiful as it is flavorful. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile garlic sauce is delightful over any pasta shape, as a foundation for casseroles, or even as a dipping sauce for crusty bread. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is your answer to comfort food bliss!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 6 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cups Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, optional)
Instructions
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted and starts to bubble slightly.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.
Sprinkle the all-purpose flour into the pan, stirring constantly to create a roux. Cook the roux for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
Gradually whisk in the milk, adding a little at a time to avoid lumps. Continue whisking until the mixture thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream and allow the sauce to simmer for another 2 minutes.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce, stirring until completely melted and smooth.
Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Remove the sauce from heat and sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired.
Serve immediately over your favorite pasta, or use as a base for other dishes like baked casseroles or lasagna.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2242 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 173.5 g | 222% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.1 g | 465% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 435 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 5175 mg | 225% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.1 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.7 g | ||
| Protein | 109.5 g | 219% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 3262 mg | 251% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 1080 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
