Garlic White Sauce Pizza (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Garlic Pizza Sauce
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1¼ cups whole milk
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3 cloves garlic, very finely minced (or 3 teaspoons jarred minced garlic)
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¼ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
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¼ teaspoon sea salt
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¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Pizza Assembly
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1 pizza crust (your favorite homemade or store-bought)
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8 ounces low-moisture mozzarella cheese, freshly grated
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½ cup of your prepared Parmesan garlic sauce
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¼ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
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1 teaspoon olive oil
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½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
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2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, cut into thin ribbons for garnish
# Instructions:
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Begin by melting your butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it's completely liquid and starting to bubble.
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Whisk in your flour and keep stirring for about 2 minutes - we're looking for a paste that's cooking but not browning. This is your foundation for a silky-smooth sauce.
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Gradually pour in the milk while whisking constantly. Keep stirring until your sauce thickens and starts to bubble, usually about 3-5 minutes.
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Add your minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper, whisking everything together until it's perfectly combined.
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Stir in that freshly grated Parmesan until it melts into the sauce. Take it off the heat and let it cool a bit before using.
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Get your oven screaming hot - we're talking 450°F (232°C). Roll out your pizza crust, brush it with olive oil, and give it a sprinkle of Italian seasoning.
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Spread your gorgeous garlic sauce all over the crust, then blanket it with both kinds of cheese for that perfect melt.
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Slide your pizza into that hot oven and let it bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and getting those lovely golden spots.
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Once it's out of the oven, shower it with those fresh basil ribbons and serve it up while it's hot!
# Notes:
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The sauce can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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A super hot oven is crucial for achieving that perfect crispy crust.
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Fresh basil should be added after baking to maintain its vibrant flavor and color.