Description

This creamy and flavorful White Garlic Pizza Sauce is a versatile and easy-to-make alternative to traditional tomato sauces. Prepared with garlic, butter or olive oil, cream or milk, and Parmesan cheese, it offers a rich and savory base perfect for pizzas, pastas, or as a dipping sauce. Customizable with various herbs and suitable for vegan adaptations by using plant-based milk and vegan cheese, this sauce elevates any dish with its smooth texture and garlic-infused taste.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

4–5 cloves garlic, minced or roasted
2 tbsp butter or olive oil
¾ cup heavy cream, milk, or plant-based milk
¼ cup grated Parmesan or Pecorino cheese (optional)
½ tsp salt, or to taste
¼ tsp black pepper
Pinch of nutmeg (optional)

Herbs and Extras (Optional)

Fresh or dried herbs (thyme, basil, oregano – optional)
Extra cheesy: mozzarella, fontina, or additional Parmesan (optional)

Vegan Alternatives

Use almond, oat, or cashew milk instead of dairy
Omit cheese or use vegan Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Prepare garlic and aromatics: Roast or sauté the minced or whole garlic cloves until fragrant. Optionally, you can also sauté onions or shallots alongside garlic for additional flavor.
Melt butter or heat oil: Warm 2 tablespoons of butter or olive oil in a saucepan over medium-low heat to prepare the base for the sauce.
Add garlic: Add the prepared garlic to the warmed butter or oil and cook for 1–2 minutes until aromatic, taking care not to brown the garlic to avoid bitterness.
Add cream or milk: Slowly pour in ¾ cup of heavy cream, milk, or a plant-based alternative while whisking continuously to incorporate and create a smooth sauce.
Incorporate cheese (optional): Gradually add ¼ cup of grated Parmesan or Pecorino cheese, stirring constantly until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens, enriching the flavor.
Season: Add ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg to taste. Stir in fresh or dried herbs such as thyme, basil, or oregano if desired. Adjust seasoning gradually to your preference.
Blend (optional): For an extra smooth consistency, use an immersion blender to blend the sauce directly in the saucepan until velvety.
Adjust consistency: Thin the sauce with additional milk or broth if you prefer a more pourable consistency, or allow it to simmer gently to thicken further if using as a pizza base sauce.
Use immediately or store: Spread the white garlic sauce on your pizza crust, drizzle over pasta, or refrigerate/freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 days refrigerated or up to 1 month frozen.

Notes

For a vegan version, substitute dairy milk and cheese with plant-based alternatives.
Do not brown the garlic to maintain a mild, sweet garlic flavor.
Add different herbs according to your preference for varied flavor profiles.
Make sure to whisk continuously when adding cream or milk to prevent curdling.
The sauce can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and freezes well for up to 1 month.
If the sauce thickens too much after refrigeration, gently warm and add a splash of milk to loosen it.
For extra cheesy sauce, add shredded mozzarella or fontina cheese while melting Parmesan.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Sauce
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian

Keywords: white garlic pizza sauce, creamy garlic sauce, pizza sauce alternative, vegetarian pizza sauce, garlic cream sauce, easy pizza sauce