Garlic Herb Sauce Recipe

Elevate your vegetables, chicken, or biscuits with this incredibly flavorful and easy garlic herb sauce! Made with fresh herbs and a touch of butter, this 5-minute recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 4 mins
Calories 63.7 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Garlic Herb Sauce

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How to Make Garlic Herb Sauce

  1. Set your stovetop to low heat.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan.
  3. Whisk in 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour until smooth.
  4. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of milk until fully incorporated.
  5. Add 1 teaspoon of garlic salt and 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley. Stir to combine.
  6. Cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce begins to bubble and thicken slightly (about 2-3 minutes).
  7. Whisk in another 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour and continue to cook and stir until the desired thickness is reached (about 1 minute).
  8. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

5g

Carbs

2g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Preparation For 1 Or 2 Healthy Sauces Condiments Etc Easy Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Savory Sauces Healthy 2 Low In Something Number Of Servings 3 Steps Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Garlic Herb Sauce?

Garlic Herb Sauce takes about 6 minutes from start to finish — roughly 2 minutes to prepare and 4 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Garlic Herb Sauce?

Garlic Herb Sauce has approximately 63.7 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 2 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Garlic Herb Sauce?

The key ingredients for Garlic Herb Sauce are Light Butter, Skim Milk, Flour, Garlic Salt, Parsley, Parmesan Cheese. See the full list with measurements above.

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