Parmesan Garlic Sauce

5 from 2 votes

This creamy garlic sauce comes together in nearly no time and with basic ingredients, you’ll probably already have it on hand.

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Servings: people

Heat a butter in a large pan and fry the minced garlic for until fragrant. Don’t let it color.
Add the chicken broth cream, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir and bring to a simmer.
Let it simmer for a few minutes to allow the cream to reduce a little.
Add the freshly grated parmesan. Stir or whisk until slightly thickened turn off the heat.
Stir in the parsley. Serve hot.
If serving with pasta, reserve some pasta water then add the cooked pasta or ravioli straight from the water using a slotted spoon. Add pasta water as needed. Serve with extra parmesan cheese.

Tips for Success

For the best flavor, mince the garlic very finely to create a smooth paste. This will ensure it blends evenly into the sauce and prevents any unpleasant large pieces.
Be careful not to burn the garlic, as this will alter the taste and make it bitter. Cook it gently in butter until it becomes fragrant but not browned.
Use a whisk to incorporate the Parmesan cheese thoroughly into the sauce, creating a creamy texture.
The sauce can be made in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This allows the flavors to develop. To serve, simply reheat it slowly over low heat in a pan.