Garlic Pizza Sauce
Elevate your homemade pizza game with this rich and creamy Garlic Pizza Sauce! Crafted from a blend of golden sautéed garlic, melted butter, and a velvety roux, this white sauce is infused with the bold flavors of Parmesan cheese, oregano, and basil, delivering a savory twist that pairs perfectly with any pizza topping. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, this easy recipe offers restaurant-quality results and can also be used as a flavorful dip or a base for pasta dishes. Whether you're aiming for a classic Margherita or experimenting with gourmet creations, this garlic-infused sauce adds a luscious layer of decadence to every bite while remaining simple to prepare. Perfect for pizza lovers looking for an alternative to traditional tomato sauce!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 large garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1.5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.25 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoons dried basil
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the unsalted butter to the pan and allow it to melt completely.
Sprinkle the all-purpose flour into the pan, whisking continuously to create a roux. Cook the roux for 1-2 minutes, until it begins to turn pale golden and loses its raw flour smell.
Slowly pour in the whole milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and incorporated.
Season the sauce with dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Simmer the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool slightly before spreading it onto your pizza dough. Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
900 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.9 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.0 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 139 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 1397 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.4 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.7 g | ||
| Protein | 29.9 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 895 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 634 mg | 13% | |
*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.
