Savoury Amaretto Cream Sauce
Elevate your dishes with the luxurious flavor of Savoury Amaretto Cream Sauce, a silky blend of nutty amaretto liqueur, rich heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. This quick and easy sauce, ready in just 20 minutes, starts with a base of sautéed shallots and garlic for a fragrant foundation, perfectly balanced by the sweetness of amaretto and the savory depth of chicken or vegetable stock. Its creamy texture pairs beautifully with chicken, pork, fish, or even roasted vegetables, making it a versatile addition to weeknight dinners or special occasions. Garnished with fresh parsley, this sauce transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable culinary experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 small (finely diced) Shallots
- 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
- 3 tablespoons Amaretto liqueur
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Chicken or vegetable stock
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon (chopped, optional for garnish) Fresh parsley
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the finely diced shallots and sauté until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, being careful not to burn it.
Pour in the amaretto liqueur and cook for 1-2 minutes to allow the alcohol to evaporate and the flavors to meld.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and slowly add the heavy cream, stirring constantly to prevent curdling.
Add the chicken or vegetable stock to thin the sauce slightly and continue stirring.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it completely melts into the sauce, creating a smooth and creamy texture.
Season the sauce with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
Simmer the sauce for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
Remove the sauce from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Serve immediately over chicken, pork, fish, or roasted vegetables for an elegant addition to your meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1289 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.3 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.1 g | 330% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 322 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 1450 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.2 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.2 g | ||
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 260 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 190 mg | 4% | |
*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.
