Description
A creamy and flavorful white garlic pizza sauce creates a rich base for a homemade or store-bought pizza. This recipe combines a smooth garlic-infused béchamel sauce with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, enhanced with Italian herbs and fresh basil for a deliciously aromatic and cheesy pizza experience.
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 the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk constantly for 2 minutes until a smooth roux forms without browning. Slowly pour in the milk while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Continue stirring for 3 to 5 minutes until the sauce thickens and bubbles lightly. Stir in the minced garlic, sea salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Remove from heat and mix in the Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Allow the sauce to cool slightly before using.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dough: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Roll out the pizza dough onto your baking surface and brush the top evenly with olive oil. Sprinkle the Italian herb mix over the olive oil to add an aromatic layer of flavor.
- Assemble the Pizza: Spread a thin and even layer of the prepared white garlic sauce over the dough. Top the sauce with freshly grated low-moisture mozzarella and sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese evenly over the pizza.
- Bake the Pizza: Place the assembled pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Bake until the crust turns golden brown and the cheese is bubbly with some brown spots.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and scatter the thinly sliced fresh basil ribbons over the top. Slice and serve hot for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Do not brown the roux; keep it light for a smooth sauce texture.
- Make sure to whisk constantly when adding milk to avoid lumps in the sauce.
- The pizza dough can be homemade or store-bought based on convenience and preference.
- Adjust garlic amount according to taste.
- The white sauce can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- If desired, experiment with different herbs like oregano or thyme instead of the Italian herb mix.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: white garlic pizza sauce, garlic pizza sauce, white pizza, homemade pizza sauce, creamy garlic sauce, easy pizza recipe, Italian pizza sauce
