Homemade Creamy Garlic Sauce

Here’s a simple and delicious homemade creamy garlic sauce recipe you can make with everyday ingredients. It’s perfect for pasta, grilled meats, veggies, or as a dipping sauce.

🧄 Homemade Creamy Garlic Sauce Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp butter
• 6 cloves garlic, minced (adjust to taste)
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ cups whole milk (or half & half for richer sauce)
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ tsp salt (to taste)
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes or a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness
• Optional: chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Sauté the Garlic:
   • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
   • Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
2. Make the Roux:
   • Stir in the flour and cook for another 1–2 minutes, whisking constantly. This forms a roux that will thicken your sauce.
3. Add Milk:
   • Slowly pour in the milk while whisking to avoid lumps.
   • Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring often. It will thicken in 3–5 minutes.
4. Add Cheese & Seasoning:
   • Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
   • Taste and adjust seasoning. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a little lemon juice if desired.
5. Serve:
   • Use immediately over pasta, chicken, steak, roasted veggies, or as a dip.
   • Garnish with chopped parsley for extra flavor and color.

✅ Tips:

• For a smoother texture, you can blend the sauce before adding cheese.
• Use roasted garlic instead of fresh for a sweeter, mellower flavor.
• Want it dairy-free? Sub with plant butter, unsweetened non-dairy milk, and vegan cheese.