Description

This creamy White Garlic Pizza Sauce recipe combines a rich garlic-infused béchamel base with parmesan cheese, creating a delicious alternative to traditional tomato sauce. Perfect for an indulgent homemade pizza, this sauce enhances the flavor with garlic and herbs, resulting in a bubbling, golden crust with melty cheeses and fresh basil garnish.

Ingredients

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For the Garlic Sauce

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1¼ cups whole milk
3 cloves garlic, finely minced
¼ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
¼ cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese

For the Pizza Assembly

1 pre-made or homemade pizza dough
½ cup of prepared garlic sauce
8 oz low-moisture mozzarella, freshly grated
¼ cup Parmesan, freshly shredded
½ teaspoon Italian herb mix
1 teaspoon olive oil (for brushing)
2 tablespoons fresh basil, thinly sliced

Instructions

Make the Garlic Sauce: In a small pot, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Add all-purpose flour and whisk constantly for 2 minutes to create a smooth, blond roux without browning.
Incorporate Milk: Slowly pour in the whole milk while whisking to prevent lumps. Continue stirring for 3 to 5 minutes until the sauce thickens and begins to bubble lightly, forming a creamy béchamel base.
Add Seasonings: Stir in finely minced garlic, sea salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Remove the pot from heat and mix in the finely shredded Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth. Let it cool slightly for spreading.
Prepare Oven and Dough: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Brush the dough lightly with olive oil and sprinkle Italian herb mix evenly over the surface for added flavor.
Assemble the Pizza: Spread a thin, even layer of the prepared garlic sauce over the dough. Top with freshly grated low-moisture mozzarella and an extra sprinkle of shredded Parmesan cheese.
Bake: Place the pizza on a preheated baking sheet or pizza stone and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the crust turns golden brown and the cheese is bubbly with some browned spots.
Garnish and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and garnish with thinly sliced fresh basil ribbons. Slice and serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Use freshly minced garlic for the best flavor in the sauce; garlic powder will not provide the same freshness.
For a thinner crust, roll the dough out more; for a thicker crust, keep it a bit thicker before baking.
Substitute whole milk with 2% milk if preferred, but whole milk gives a richer sauce.
Ensure not to brown the roux to maintain a creamy white sauce.
Pizza stones or baking steel provide the best crust texture, but a baking sheet works well too.
Leftover sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently before use.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Entree
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Keywords: white garlic sauce, garlic pizza sauce, creamy pizza sauce, homemade pizza, white pizza, garlic béchamel sauce