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Heavenly Garlic Pizza Sauce

Heavenly Garlic Pizza Sauce: Elevate Your Homemade Pizzas

Heavenly Garlic Pizza Sauce is a versatile and health-conscious sauce that enhances pizzas and other dishes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup fresh garlic peeled and minced
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil for richness
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melts to create creaminess
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt to enhance flavors
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper for mild heat
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano traditional herb for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional for spice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice to brighten flavors
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Peel and mince approximately 1 cup of fresh garlic until fine.
  2. Melt 1/4 cup of unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil until well blended.
  4. Add the minced garlic and sauté on low heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Mix in 1 teaspoon of sea salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and optional red pepper flakes.
  6. Let the sauce simmer over low heat for about 5-10 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and add 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice, stirring to combine.
  8. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and allow to cool before using.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 50mgVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze in ice cube trays for later use.

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