Description
This irresistibly creamy garlic sauce is the perfect flavorful twist to elevate your pizza experience. Made with a rich butter and garlic base, thickened with flour, and blended with half-and-half for luscious creaminess, this sauce is easy to prepare and adds a gourmet touch to any homemade or store-bought pizza.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Butter (Adds richness and flavor; can substitute with oil for a dairy-free option.)
- 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour (Thickens the sauce; use almond flour for a gluten-free version.)
- 4 cloves Garlic (Provides the primary flavor; fresh garlic is recommended for the best taste.)
Dairy & Seasonings
- 1 cup Half-and-Half (Gives a luscious creaminess; substitute with 3/4 cup milk and 3/4 cup heavy cream if needed.)
- Salt to taste (Enhances overall flavor; adjust to your taste preference.)
- Pepper to taste (Enhances overall flavor; adjust to your taste preference.)
Instructions
- Melt the butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter gently, taking care not to brown it. This creates the rich, buttery base essential for the sauce’s creamy texture.
- Sauté the garlic: Add freshly minced garlic cloves to the melted butter and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant and slightly golden, releasing that aromatic flavor without burning.
- Make the roux: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the butter and garlic mixture. Stir continuously with a whisk or wooden spoon for 2-3 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste and form a smooth, thick paste called a roux, which will thicken the sauce.
- Add the half-and-half: Gradually pour in the half-and-half while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue stirring as the mixture warms and thickens, about 5 minutes, until it reaches a creamy, sauce-like consistency.
- Season the sauce: Add salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, mixing thoroughly. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Simmer and finish: Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for another 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors perfectly. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before spreading or drizzling over your pizza.
Notes
- You can substitute butter with olive oil for a dairy-free version.
- Almond flour can be used instead of all-purpose flour for a gluten-free sauce, but the texture might vary slightly.
- If half-and-half is unavailable, mix 3/4 cup milk with 3/4 cup heavy cream as a substitute.
- Make sure to sauté the garlic gently to avoid bitterness from burning.
- The sauce pairs exceptionally well with white pizzas, vegetable toppings, or chicken-based pizzas.
