White Pizza-Pasta Sauce

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Creamy White Pizza-Pasta Sauce Recipe
in Italian

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
1 cup milk
1/4 cup onion , finely chopped
1 large garlic cloves or 2 small garlic cloves , minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons fresh basil , minced ( can sub dried basil )
1/2 teaspoon oregano ( optional )
1/2 cup parmesan cheese ( can use Italian 3 blend cheese ) or 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese , shredded ( can use Italian 3 blend cheese )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
352
Sugar
4g
Fat
32g
If you're tired of traditional tomato-based pasta sauces, this white pizza-pasta sauce is a delicious alternative. It's creamy and rich, with the perfect amount of garlic and basil to add some flavor. This sauce is versatile and can be used in many ways, from a pizza sauce to a pasta sauce. It's a perfect comfort food for those cold winter nights, or a quick and easy dinner for those busy weeknights.

Instructions

1.In a saucepan, heat olive oil and butter until hot.
2.Add flour and whisk continuously for 2 minutes to make a roux without burning.
3.Pour milk, whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
4.Add chopped onions, minced garlic, salt, and pepper and cook over medium-low heat until the sauce thickens.
5.Stir in the minced basil and oregano (if using) and half the cheese until melted.
6.Remove sauce from heat and add remaining cheese, stirring until melted.
7.Serve over cooked pasta or as a pizza sauce.

PROS

This white pizza-pasta sauce is a rich and creamy alternative to traditional tomato-based sauces.

It’s easy to make and can be used as a pizza sauce or tossed with pasta for a delicious meal.

It’s also vegetarian-friendly and gluten-free if you use a gluten-free flour.

CONS

The butter and cheese in this recipe make it high in fat and calories, so it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It also contains lactose, so it may not be suitable for those who are lactose intolerant.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The garlic in this recipe has many health benefits, including boosting the immune system and reducing blood pressure.
Basil is also known to be anti-inflammatory and can help to reduce stress and anxiety.

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