Garlic Cream Sauce Recipe
Introduction
This Garlic Cream Sauce is a flavorful and creamy condiment perfect for adding a zesty kick to your meals. Made with fresh garlic, spicy mustard, and horseradish, it pairs wonderfully with grilled meats, vegetables, or as a dipping sauce.
Ingredients
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons minced green onions (both green and white parts)
- 2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
- 2 tablespoons horseradish sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the heavy whipping cream, minced garlic, green onions, spicy brown mustard, horseradish sauce, hot sauce, dried thyme, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- Step 2: Use a whisk to mix all the ingredients thoroughly until the sauce is smooth, creamy, and well combined, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- Step 3: Transfer the sauce into a serving jar or container, cover it tightly, and refrigerate until ready to use. Chilling helps the flavors deepen and the sauce thicken slightly before serving.
Tips & Variations
- For a milder sauce, reduce the amount of hot sauce or horseradish according to your taste.
- Add fresh herbs like parsley or chives for extra freshness.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream for a lighter version with a tangy twist.
- Let the sauce chill overnight for the best flavor development.
Storage
Store the Garlic Cream Sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Before serving, give it a good stir. Reheat is not recommended as it may separate; serve chilled or at room temperature.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make this sauce ahead of time?
Yes, this sauce actually benefits from resting in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight to allow the flavors to fully develop.
What dishes pair well with Garlic Cream Sauce?
This sauce complements grilled meats, roasted vegetables, baked potatoes, sandwiches, and can even be used as a dip for fries or chips.
PrintGarlic Cream Sauce Recipe
This Garlic Cream Sauce is a rich and flavorful accompaniment perfect for enhancing the taste of meats, vegetables, and sandwiches. Made with a blend of heavy whipping cream, minced garlic, green onions, and a spicy kick from brown mustard and hot sauce, this sauce offers a creamy texture with a zesty, aromatic profile. It’s quick to prepare, requiring no cooking, and gains depth in flavor when chilled before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Garlic Cream Sauce Ingredients
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons minced green onions (both green and white parts)
- 2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
- 2 tablespoons horseradish sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium sized bowl, add the heavy whipping cream along with the minced garlic, green onions, spicy brown mustard, horseradish sauce, hot sauce, dried thyme, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- Whisk Together: Use a whisk to thoroughly mix all the ingredients until the sauce is smooth, creamy, and well combined, ensuring the flavors meld together beautifully.
- Chill: Transfer the sauce into a serving jar or container, cover it tightly, and refrigerate until ready to use. This helps the flavors to deepen and the sauce to thicken slightly before serving.
Notes
- For best flavor, allow the sauce to chill for at least one hour before serving.
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce to taste for more or less heat.
- This sauce pairs wonderfully with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or as a spread on sandwiches.
- Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator and use within 3-4 days.
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