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Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce

A silky, rich cream sauce infused with garlic and Parmesan—perfect for pasta, chicken, or veggies.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning optional
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1–2 minutes.
  3. Pour in the cream and whisk until combined. Simmer gently for 3–4 minutes.
  4. Add Parmesan cheese and whisk until melted and smooth.
  5. Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices. Adjust consistency as needed.
  6. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Perfect for coating pasta or topping proteins. Store in the fridge up to 4 days.