Description
A rich and flavorful sauce perfect for pasta, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables, embodying the essence of Italian culinary traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Melt the butter over medium heat in a saucepan.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and season with salt and black pepper.
- Allow the sauce to thicken for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For a lighter sauce, consider using half-and-half instead of heavy cream. Fresh garlic is recommended for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg