Creamy Tuscan Garlic Sauce: Elevate Your Meals with this Irresistible Recipe
A velvety garlic-infused cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan – the ultimate Tuscan-inspired sauce that transforms simple ingredients into restaurant-quality dishes.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Total Time: 17 mins
- Yield: 3 cups (6 servings) 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Ingredients
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- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small shallot, finely diced
- 1/3 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat. Sauté shallot 2 minutes until translucent.
- Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes; cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in cream and broth, stirring to combine. Bring to simmer.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Simmer 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Stir in spinach until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Remove from heat. Gradually whisk in Parmesan until melted and smooth.
- Finish with fresh basil. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
- For richer flavor: Use 1/4 cup sun-dried tomato oil instead of butter
- Make ahead: Stores refrigerated 3 days (reheat gently with splash of milk)
- Dairy-free option: Substitute coconut cream and nutritional yeast
- Serving ideas: Toss with 1 lb cooked pasta, grilled chicken, or shrimp
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup sauce
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/creamy-tuscan-garlic-sauce/
