Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce

This is pure indulgence: the holy trinity of butter, cream, and cheese. The bite of garlic disappears in the fat, leaving only a sweet, aromatic flavor. Not a diet food, but sometimes the soul needs to eat too. Perfect for steak or simply poured over fettuccine.
🕒 Prep Time 5 mins
🍳 Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 15 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 280 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Skillet
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Grater

Allergen Information

⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1

Grate the garlic and cheese. Chop the parsley.

Tip: Grated garlic disperses better than chopped.
2

Melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Tip: Do not brown, or it becomes bitter.
3

Pour in cream and simmer gently for 3-4 minutes to thicken slightly.

Tip: Water evaporates, fat emulsifies.
4

Reduce heat to low. Stir in cheese until melted.

Tip: Cheese is the final thickener.
5

Season with salt/pepper and stir in parsley.

Tip: Parsley freshness cuts the richness.

Recipe FAQ

It's too thick.
Parmesan absorbs liquid. Loosen it with milk or pasta water.
Can I use garlic powder?
In an emergency, yes, but fresh garlic oils give the punch that makes this sauce great.

Ingredients

  • 4 tbsp Butter (1/2 stick)
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley (chopped)