Description
Quick Kitchen Sauce is a creamy, garlicky delight that transforms everyday meals into gourmet experiences—all in just 15 minutes! Perfect for pasta, this versatile sauce also complements grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, and seafood. With its rich flavors and smooth texture, it’s bound to become a staple in your kitchen. Customize it with your favorite herbs or adjust the seasonings to suit your taste. Whether you’re whipping it up for a family dinner or an elegant gathering, this sauce will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning blend
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Kosher salt and fresh cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large sauté pan over medium-low heat, melt the unsalted butter.
- Add minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in all-purpose flour and whisk until combined; cook for another minute.
- Gradually pour in vegetable broth while whisking to prevent lumps.
- Simmer for about 2 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; whisk until smooth.
- Adjust consistency with more broth if needed; season to taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 263
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 53mg