Garlic Dip for Pizza (Printable Version)
A rich, Parmesan and garlic-flavored sauce you can whip up quickly. Great for dipping pizza crusts or pouring over slices.
# Ingredients:
→ Components for Garlic Sauce
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1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
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1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted butter
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4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/4 cup (25 g) shredded Parmesan cheese
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional, for extra taste)
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1/4 teaspoon salt (adjust as needed)
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1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional for a touch of garnish)
# Steps:
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Heat up butter in a small pan over medium. Let it fully melt but keep an eye so it doesn’t brown.
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Add the minced garlic and stir around for a minute or two. You want it soft and smelling amazing, but not browned since that can make it taste off.
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Turn down to low heat, pour in heavy cream, and mix in garlic powder if using. Let it bubble softly for about 2-3 minutes and stir occasionally.
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Gradually add the Parmesan cheese in small amounts, whisking well. This ensures it melts smoothly into the sauce with no lumps.
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Add black pepper and salt. Taste and tweak the seasoning if it needs a little extra kick.
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Pull the pan off the heat. For a fresh pop, sprinkle parsley on top if you like. Enjoy warm as a dip for pizza or spooned onto slices.
# Notes:
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Let it simmer longer to thicken it more, depending on how rich you like it.
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Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter sauce version.
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If you like heat, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes.
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This tastes best freshly made but can be warmed up gently later if needed.