Creamy Italian Garlic Butter Recipe for Every Dish (Print Version)
Make this creamy Italian Garlic Butter recipe your go-to for enhancing breads, sauces, and sides with rich, garlicky flavors!
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 5 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Italian
Dietary: Dairy-Free (substitutions available)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
01 -
1 cup unsalted butter
02 -
½ cup heavy cream
03 -
6-8 cloves garlic, minced
04 -
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Seasonings & Spices
05 -
Salt
06 -
Black pepper
07 -
Red pepper flakes
→ Garnish & Toppings
08 -
Fresh parsley, chopped
→ Optional Extras
09 -
Lemon juice
10 -
Nutritional yeast
11 -
Other herbs
# Instructions:
01 -
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Watch carefully to prevent burning!
02 -
Add the minced garlic and cook for about a minute, until fragrant. Don't let it brown!
03 -
Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Let it bubble for a couple of minutes.
04 -
Reduce heat to low and add the Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
05 -
Season with salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and stir in the parsley. Taste and adjust!
06 -
Serve immediately over your favorite dish. Enjoy!
# Notes:
01 -
Don't overcrowd the pan when sautéing the garlic.
02 -
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
03 -
Half-and-half can be used instead of heavy cream, but the sauce will be thinner.
04 -
Serve over pasta, vegetables, grilled meats, or mashed potatoes.
# Equipment Needed:
01 -
Medium saucepan
# Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 300 calories
Total Fat: 25 grams
Total Carbohydrate: 5 grams
Protein: 5 grams