Description
This rich and flavorful Garlic Sauce for Pizza is a simple yet delicious accompaniment that enhances any pizza experience. Made with melted butter, fresh garlic, and optional Parmesan cheese and parsley, this sauce can be used as a dipping sauce for pizza crusts, breadsticks, or drizzled directly over pizza slices for an extra burst of garlicky goodness.
Ingredients
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Basic Garlic Sauce Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Optional Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Melt the butter: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter slowly to avoid burning.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently until the garlic becomes fragrant but does not brown, ensuring a smooth flavor.
- Season the sauce: Mix in the garlic powder and salt thoroughly to enhance the garlic flavor and balance the seasoning.
- Add Parmesan (optional): Remove the saucepan from heat, then stir in the grated Parmesan cheese to give the sauce a richer, cheesy taste.
- Thicken the sauce: Allow the sauce to sit for about a minute off the heat to thicken slightly, creating a smooth texture.
- Add parsley (optional) and serve: Stir in the chopped fresh parsley just before serving to add freshness and color. Serve the sauce warm as a dipping sauce for pizza crusts, breadsticks, or drizzle it over your pizza slices.
Notes
- For a creamier garlic sauce, whisk in 1 to 2 tablespoons of heavy cream after cooking the garlic and before removing from heat.
- Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave before serving.
