White Pizza Garlic Sauce (Print Version)
Creamy garlic sauce, mozzarella, and fresh basil create a comforting, savory white pizza with golden-cheesy crust.
# Ingredients:
→ Garlic White Sauce
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3 cloves garlic, finely minced or 3 teaspoons prepared minced garlic
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1 1/4 cups whole milk
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1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
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1/4 teaspoon sea salt
→ Pizza Toppings
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1 pre-made or homemade pizza dough
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2 tablespoons fresh basil, cut into thin ribbons
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1/2 teaspoon Italian herb blend
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8 ounces low-moisture mozzarella, freshly shredded
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1 teaspoon olive oil
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1/4 cup extra Parmesan cheese, freshly shredded
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1/2 cup garlic Parmesan sauce (prepared earlier)
# Steps:
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Heat unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until fully melted and beginning to bubble.
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Add all-purpose flour and whisk continuously for 2 minutes to achieve a thick paste without allowing it to brown.
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Gradually pour in whole milk while whisking to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble, about 3 to 5 minutes.
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Stir in finely minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper until the sauce is smooth and aromatic.
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Add finely shredded Parmesan cheese, stirring until fully melted and integrated. Remove sauce from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
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Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Shape pizza dough on a baking surface, brush with olive oil, and sprinkle evenly with Italian herb blend.
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Spread 1/2 cup prepared garlic Parmesan sauce over dough. Top with shredded mozzarella and extra Parmesan cheese for rich coverage.
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Bake pizza in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and lightly browned in spots.
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Remove pizza from oven and scatter fresh basil ribbons across the surface. Slice and serve warm.
# Notes:
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Let the white sauce cool slightly before spreading on dough for easier assembly and even coverage.