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Quick Kitchen Sauce

Effortless Quick Kitchen Sauce That Elevates Any Meal

Quick Kitchen Sauce is a creamy garlic delight that transforms any meal in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Replace with olive oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 3-4 cloves Fresh Garlic Use garlic powder in a pinch, but fresh is preferred.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth Chicken broth works if not keeping it vegetarian.
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Substitute with cornstarch for gluten-free.
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Use plant-based cream for a dairy-free option.
  • ½ cup Freshly Shredded Parmesan Cheese Consider nutritional yeast for a vegan substitute.
For Flavor and Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Blend Substitute with individual herbs if needed.
  • to taste Kosher Salt Adjust to your taste preference.
  • to taste Fresh Cracked Black Pepper Adjust to your taste preference.
  • to taste Fresh Parsley Can be replaced with basil or omitted.

Equipment

  • large sauté pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large sauté pan, heat the butter over medium-low heat, watching it melt without browning.
  2. Add minced garlic to the melted butter, stirring constantly until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Gradually whisk in the vegetable broth, letting it simmer for about 2 minutes to thicken.
  4. Sprinkle in the flour, whisking continuously until combined and slightly bubbly, about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and add the Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste, stirring to harmonize flavors for about 1 minute.
  7. Serve immediately over pasta, grilled chicken, or vegetables, or store for later use.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 6gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Experiment with adding spices or other cheeses to tailor the sauce to your taste. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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