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Creamy Tuscan Garlic Sauce

Creamy Tuscan Garlic Sauce: Indulge in Homemade Comfort

Indulge in a delicious homemade Creamy Tuscan Garlic Sauce, perfect for elevating your pasta or roasted veggies.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half or coconut milk for a lighter or dairy-free version.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated for best melting; nutritional yeast can work as a lactose-free alternative.
  • 2 cups Spinach Finely chopped; kale is a suitable substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Chopped finely for even mixing.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Add later in cooking process to avoid burning.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.

Equipment

  • Large Saucepan

Method
 

Directions
  1. Finely chop the spinach and sun-dried tomatoes. Grate the parmesan cheese.
  2. In a large saucepan, heat chicken broth over medium heat for 3-5 minutes.
  3. Gradually stir in heavy cream, stirring for another 2-3 minutes until well combined.
  4. Add garlic powder and Italian seasoning, mix well and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in spinach and sun-dried tomatoes, cooking for 3-4 minutes until spinach wilts.
  6. Reduce heat to low, let simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened.
  7. Taste and make adjustments; serve over pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 9gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; freeze for up to 3 months.

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