White Garlic Pizza Sauce
Elevate your homemade pizza with this creamy and flavorful white garlic pizza sauce. Made with fresh garlic, herbs, and a touch of cream, it’s a delicious alternative to traditional tomato sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Enough for one 12-inch pizza
- Category: Pizza
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, oregano, and basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before using.
- Spread evenly over pizza dough and top with your favorite toppings.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use whole milk instead of low-fat. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice at the end for a bright, tangy flavor.
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