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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce

A rich and velvety garlic parmesan sauce perfect for pasta, vegetables, or proteins. Quick and easy to make with restaurant-style flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauce, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
Cream
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
Seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
Garnish
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley optional

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1–2 minutes.
  2. Slowly pour in heavy cream while stirring continuously to combine.
  3. Gradually add grated parmesan cheese, whisking until fully melted and smooth.
  4. Season with salt and black pepper; simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Remove from heat, stir in chopped parsley if desired, and serve hot over pasta, vegetables, or proteins.

Notes

Use freshly grated parmesan for the smoothest sauce. Avoid high heat to prevent separation.