1. Home
  2. Recipes
  3. Creamy Garlic Sauce

Creamy Garlic Sauce

Featured in Magic sauces for every meal.

Quickly create a rich Garlic White Sauce in around 12 minutes. Start by softening minced garlic in olive oil. Combine with spices and flour to form a roux. Slowly whisk in half & half until smooth and creamy. Use it instead of tomato sauces for pasta, pizzas, or dipping. Adjust the consistency to suit your dish, and it stores well for future meals. Serve up a creamy, herby delight effortlessly any time!
Pin it Share it Send it Print it Jump To Recipe
alicia in the kitchen
Updated on Sat, 12 Apr 2025 19:52:54 GMT
A wooden table with a bowl of creamy sauce and a spoon beside it. Pin it
A wooden table with a bowl of creamy sauce and a spoon beside it. | tasteofsavor.com

This filling Pizza Bowl turns your pizza craving into a healthy, carb-smart dish. The creamy cottage cheese bottom gives you that yummy, filling base while still tasting like the pizza you'd grab from your neighborhood joint. I've tweaked this dish tons of times, and now it hits that sweet spot between comfort food and good-for-you eating.

When the cheese melts with those Italian spices, you get a true pizza experience that wows even the biggest pizza fans. Getting the amounts just right makes all the difference in nailing that classic pizza taste.

Essential Elements

  • Cottage Cheese: Go for whole-fat, drained well
  • Marinara Sauce: Pick one loaded with herbs
  • Herb Blend: Your basic Italian seasoning
  • Granulated Garlic: Gives that pizza shop taste
  • Shredded Mozzarella: The drier kind melts better
A spoonful of cream cheese is being poured onto a pizza. Pin it
A spoonful of cream cheese is being poured onto a pizza. | tasteofsavor.com

Cooking Instructions

Setting Up The Base
Drain the extra water from cottage cheese. Mix it with your spices until everything's mixed well. Don't blend too much. Taste and add more spices if needed.
Putting It Together
Start with your spiced cottage cheese mix. Slowly add your marinara sauce. Mix in the first batch of cheese. Add whatever toppings you like. Make little dips for your toppings. Top with the rest of your cheese.
Cooking Options
Regular Oven: Warm to 400°F. Use a dish that can go in the oven. Put it on a baking sheet. Watch it near the end. Maybe broil at the finish.
Air Fryer Option: Heat to 350°F. Use the right container. Look at it after 8 minutes. You want melty edges.

The trick to getting that super creamy texture? Mix in that first layer of cheese really well before you add the last topping. This way everything melts evenly and the flavors spread out just right.

Heat Advice

Getting the temperature just right makes sure your cheese melts perfectly. Keep an eye on it so you get that ideal gooey texture without burning anything.

Make-Ahead Options

You can put these bowls together early without the top cheese layer. Keep them covered in your fridge for up to three days, then add cheese right before heating.

This clever Pizza Bowl lets you stick to healthy eating while still enjoying those pizza flavors you love. You can change it up however you want, making it work for all kinds of diets and taste buds.

A wooden table with a bowl of cream cheese and a spoon in it. Pin it
A wooden table with a bowl of cream cheese and a spoon in it. | tasteofsavor.com

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I replace half & half with milk?
Sure! Milk works, but the sauce won’t be as rich or creamy.
→ How can I make the sauce thicker?
Mix a bit of flour with milk to thicken it more, or thin it out by adding more half & half.
→ How long does it last if prepared ahead?
Refrigerate it in a sealed container for about 3 days.
→ What can I use this sauce for?
It’s great for pizza, pasta, dipping, or blending into other creamy dishes!
→ Can I add any other flavors?
Of course! Feel free to toss in your favorite herbs and spices.

Creamy Garlic Sauce

Ready in 12 minutes, this creamy garlic white sauce is flavored with herbs and garlic. Use it for pizza, pasta, or any meal that needs a boost!

Prep Time
2 Minutes
Cook Time
10 Minutes
Total Time
12 Minutes
By: Alicia

Category: Sauces & Marinades

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 8 Servings

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

→ Base Ingredients

01 Roughly 1 and 1/2 cups of regular milk or half-and-half
02 2 to 3 tablespoons of plain flour
03 4 garlic cloves, minced finely
04 A couple of spoonfuls of olive oil

→ Seasonings

05 1/4 teaspoon of salt
06 A little under 1/4 teaspoon of ground black pepper
07 A light sprinkle of dried oregano (1/4 tsp)

Instructions

Step 01

Drizzle some olive oil into a pan and warm it on medium-high heat.

Step 02

Add the minced garlic and let it simmer for around 3 minutes while stirring. You'll know it's ready when it smells amazing.

Step 03

Toss in 2 tablespoons of flour first, then stir in oregano, black pepper, and a pinch of salt.

Step 04

Quickly pour in the half-and-half or milk while whisking non-stop. Let it cook and bubble for about 3 minutes until it starts thickening up.

Notes

  1. Need it thicker? Blend extra flour with milk until smooth and mix it into the bubbling sauce.
  2. This is perfect for pizza, pasta, and more.

Tools You'll Need

  • A frying pan or skillet
  • A whisk for blending smoothly

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains dairy (from the half-and-half)
  • Contains gluten (in the flour)

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 99
  • Total Fat: 9 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 4 g
  • Protein: 2 g