Description
This creamy Parmesan sauce is perfect for pasta or protein.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Pinch nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Reduce heat and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer gently for 3–4 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional nutmeg.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately over hot pasta or protein.
Notes
- This sauce can be used on various dishes like chicken, fish, or pasta.
- For a thicker sauce, allow it to simmer a bit longer.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 80mg