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Garlic Parmesan Sauce

Garlic Parmesan Sauce: Creamy Goodness in Just 5 Minutes

Garlic Parmesan Sauce is a quick, creamy dip that enhances any dish with its rich flavor.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Uncategorized
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese freshly grated yields the best results
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise substitute Greek yogurt for a lighter variation
  • 2-4 cloves Crushed Garlic adjust quantity for desired garlickiness
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning feel free to use fresh herbs if available
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice freshly squeezed is recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil opt for extra virgin for superior flavor
  • ½ teaspoon Salt adjust according to your taste
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground provides the best taste

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Spatula
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Gather all your ingredients: grated Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, crushed garlic, Italian seasoning, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  2. In your food processor, add the mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, crushed garlic, Italian seasoning, and lemon juice. Drizzle in olive oil and add salt and black pepper.
  3. Blend the mixture for about 30 seconds to a minute until smooth and creamy; scrape down the sides with a spatula as needed.
  4. Transfer the sauce into an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  5. After chilling, stir the sauce and serve as a dip or toss with your favorite warm pasta.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.1mg

Notes

Chill the sauce for optimal flavor development. Use freshly grated cheese for the best outcome.

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