White Garlic Pizza Sauce Recipe

Introduction

This White Garlic Pizza Sauce is a creamy, flavorful alternative to traditional tomato sauce. Made with garlic, cream, and cheese, it adds a rich and savory touch to your homemade pizzas or pasta dishes. It’s easy to prepare and customizable to suit your taste.

Ingredients

• 4–5 cloves garlic, minced or roasted
• 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
• ¾ cup heavy cream, milk, or plant-based milk
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan or Pecorino cheese (optional)
• ½ tsp salt, or to taste
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
• Fresh or dried herbs such as thyme, basil, or oregano (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Prepare the garlic by either roasting or sautéing it until fragrant. You may also sauté onions or shallots if desired for extra flavor.
2. Step 2: Melt the butter or heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
3. Step 3: Add the garlic to the pan and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring frequently, until aromatic but not browned.
4. Step 4: Slowly pour in the heavy cream, milk, or plant-based milk while whisking to combine smoothly.
5. Step 5: If using, gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce thickens and the cheese is melted.
6. Step 6: Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, nutmeg, and herbs according to your taste. Stir well and adjust seasonings as needed.
7. Step 7: For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to blend the sauce until creamy and lump-free (optional).
8. Step 8: Adjust the sauce consistency by thinning with additional milk or broth if you want it pourable, or simmer gently to thicken for a spreadable pizza base.
9. Step 9: Use the sauce immediately by spreading it on pizza dough or drizzling over pasta. Alternatively, refrigerate or freeze for later use.

Tips & Variations

• For a vegan version, substitute the dairy with almond, oat, or cashew milk and omit the cheese or use vegan Parmesan.
• Add extra cheese like mozzarella or fontina for a richer, cheesier sauce.
• Roasting the garlic beforehand mellows its flavor and adds sweetness.
• Fresh herbs brighten the sauce—try adding chopped basil or thyme just before serving.

Storage

Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm gently on the stove over low heat, stirring frequently to avoid separation. You can also freeze the sauce for up to 1 month; thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat slowly.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use this sauce on pasta as well as pizza?

Yes, this creamy white garlic sauce works wonderfully as a pasta sauce, providing a rich and flavorful alternative to tomato-based sauces.

What can I do if the sauce is too thick or too thin?

If the sauce is too thick, thin it by whisking in a little more milk or broth until it reaches your desired consistency. If too thin, simmer it gently to reduce and thicken before using.

White Garlic Pizza Sauce Recipe

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A creamy, flavorful White Garlic Pizza Sauce that is easy to make and versatile. This sauce combines roasted or sautéed garlic with cream, butter, and Parmesan cheese to create a rich base perfect for pizzas, pastas, and more. Optional herbs and seasonings enhance the depth of flavor, with vegan alternatives available, making it suitable for various dietary preferences.

• Author: lea
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: About 1 cup (enough for one 12-inch pizza or 3–4 servings pasta) 1x
• Category: Sauce
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Italian
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

• 4–5 cloves garlic, minced or roasted
• 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
• ¾ cup heavy cream, milk, or plant-based milk
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan or Pecorino cheese (optional)

Seasonings

• ½ tsp salt, or to taste
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
• Fresh or dried herbs (thyme, basil, oregano – optional)

Vegan Option

• Use almond, oat, or cashew milk
• Omit cheese or use vegan Parmesan

Optional Additions

• Extra cheesy: Add mozzarella, fontina, or more Parmesan

Instructions

1. Prepare garlic and aromatics: Roast or sauté the garlic cloves until they become fragrant. Optionally, sauté onions or shallots to add more aromatic depth to the sauce.
2. Melt butter or heat oil: Place a saucepan over medium-low heat and melt the butter or warm the olive oil to prepare the base for the sauce.
3. Add garlic: Add the roasted or sautéed garlic to the melted butter or oil. Cook for 1–2 minutes just until the garlic releases its aroma, taking care not to let it brown.
4. Add cream or milk: Slowly pour in the heavy cream, milk, or plant-based milk while whisking continuously to combine everything smoothly.
5. Incorporate cheese (optional): Gradually add the grated Parmesan or Pecorino cheese to the pan, allowing it to melt and thicken the sauce while enriching its flavor.
6. Season: Add salt, black pepper, optional nutmeg, and fresh or dried herbs like thyme, basil, or oregano. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning gradually until balanced.
7. Blend (optional): For an ultra-smooth texture, use an immersion blender to blend the sauce directly in the pan.
8. Adjust consistency: If the sauce is too thick for your intended use, thin it with additional milk or broth for a pourable consistency. Alternatively, simmer it gently to thicken if you want a denser sauce perfect as a pizza base.
9. Use immediately or store: Apply the sauce on pizza dough or drizzle over pasta. Any leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.

Notes

• Roasting garlic mellows its flavor and adds a subtle sweetness; sautéing garlic is faster for a more pungent taste.
• Using plant-based milk and vegan cheese makes this sauce suitable for vegans.
• Adjust the amount of garlic to your taste preference; more garlic will result in a stronger flavor.
• This sauce can be used as a base for white pizzas or as a creamy drizzle over roasted vegetables and pasta dishes.
• For a thicker sauce, simmer longer to reduce liquid; for a thinner sauce, add more milk or broth gradually.
• Fresh herbs provide brighter flavors, but dried herbs work well too—just add them earlier in cooking to release their aroma.
• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

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