Name: Garlic Parmesan Sauce
Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter; 3 cloves garlic, finely minced; 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning; 1/4 cup flour; 1 1/2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option); 3/4 cup heavy cream; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste

Description

If you’re looking for a versatile and flavorful sauce that brings restaurant-quality taste right to your kitchen, this garlic parmesan sauce is exactly what you need. Inspired by the popular Buffalo Wild Wings version, this easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes and works wonders as a wing sauce, pasta topping, pizza drizzle, or dipping sauce.

Ingredients

- 1/4 cup butter
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat.
Add the minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Whisk in the flour to form a paste (roux).
Slowly pour in the chicken broth, whisking constantly until smooth and well combined.
Bring the mixture to a low simmer over medium heat. Cook for 2 minutes or until it starts to thicken.
Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese.
Continue whisking until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve immediately over pasta, pizza, wings, or as a dipping sauce.

Notes

For Pasta: Toss the warm garlic parmesan sauce with your favorite cooked pasta like fettuccine, penne, or linguine for an easy creamy meal.
With Chicken Wings: Use it as a coating for baked or fried chicken wings to recreate the famous Buffalo Wild Wings experience at home.
Pizza Base: Spread it over pizza dough as a rich white sauce alternative before adding your favorite toppings.
Dipping Sauce: Serve it as a dip for breadsticks, roasted vegetables, fries, or chicken tenders.
Over Vegetables: Drizzle it over steamed or roasted vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, or green beans for extra flavor.

Storage Tips

Refrigeration: Allow the sauce to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Reheating: Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, stirring frequently. Add a splash of cream or broth if the sauce is too thick.
Freezing: Not recommended. The dairy in the sauce may separate or become grainy when thawed, affecting the texture and taste.
Make Ahead: You can make the sauce a day or two in advance and reheat when ready to use. Stir well during reheating to bring back its creamy consistency.