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Rustic Cream Sauce with Garlic, Herbs, and Parmesan Recipe

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4.4 from 61 reviews

  • Author: Jane
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: About 2 cups
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Rustic Cream Sauce is a rich and velvety sauce infused with garlic, herbs, and Parmesan cheese. It offers a comforting, homemade touch that complements pasta, chicken, vegetables, or serves as a versatile base for various dishes. With simple ingredients and an easy stovetop preparation, it delivers a deliciously creamy, slightly thickened sauce perfect for enhancing your meals.

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Seasonings

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme or Italian herbs

Optional Add-ins

  • 1/4 cup sautéed mushrooms or onions

Instructions

  1. Melt Butter: In a pan over medium heat, melt the butter carefully, ensuring it doesn’t brown too quickly.
  2. Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn it.
  3. Add Heavy Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
  4. Incorporate Parmesan: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts smoothly into the sauce, creating a creamy texture.
  5. Season the Sauce: Add salt, black pepper, and dried thyme or Italian herbs, blending thoroughly to infuse flavor.
  6. Simmer to Thicken: Let the sauce simmer gently for 3 to 5 minutes until it thickens slightly but remains creamy and smooth.
  7. Add Optional Ingredients: If desired, stir in the sautéed mushrooms or onions to add rustic texture and flavor.
  8. Serve Warm: Serve the sauce warm over pasta, chicken, vegetables, or use it as a base for other dishes.

Notes

  • Avoid boiling the sauce to prevent curdling and preserve smoothness.
  • Adjust the thickness by adding a splash of milk for a thinner consistency or more Parmesan cheese for a thicker sauce.
  • For a fuller meal, add cooked chicken or shrimp directly into the sauce.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-Inspired

Find it online: https://cookingmomy.com/rustic-cream-sauce-with-garlic-herbs-and-parmesan-recipe/