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One Pot Garlic Parmesan Sauce

One Pot Garlic Parmesan Sauce
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This One Pot Garlic Parmesan Sauce recipe is a creamy, rich, and flavorful sauce made with fresh garlic, butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan, all cooked in a single pan. Perfect for busy weeknights, it saves time and cleanup while delivering a versatile sauce that complements pasta, vegetables, or serves as a luscious dip.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, finely minced
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Sauté the garlic: Start by melting the butter in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add the finely minced fresh garlic and gently sauté until fragrant and golden but not browned, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add the broth and cream: Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, followed by the heavy cream, stirring gently to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer and reduce slightly, creating a rich base for your sauce.
  3. Incorporate the Parmesan: Gradually stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt smoothly into the sauce. Keep stirring until the sauce thickens and becomes velvety.
  4. Season to perfection: Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. If desired, add additional herbs or spices now to enhance the flavor profile.
  5. Serve or mix with pasta: Once your sauce reaches the perfect consistency, toss it with freshly cooked pasta, drizzle over steamed vegetables, or use it as a creamy dip.

Notes

  • Use fresh Parmesan cheese for better melt and more intense flavor.
  • Cook garlic gently over medium heat to avoid bitterness and preserve its sweet aroma.
  • Stir consistently to keep the sauce smooth and prevent cheese clumping or sticking.
  • Adjust sauce thickness by adding more broth or cream if too thick, or simmer longer if too thin.
  • If tossing with pasta, reserving some pasta water and mixing a bit into the sauce can add extra silkiness.

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