1.5cupswhole milkwarmed - or substitute unsweetened cashewmilk
.33cupgrated Parmesan
0.5teaspoonsea salt
.25teaspoonblack pepper
1tablespoonfresh basilminced
Instructions
Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 2 minutes.
Add the garlic and cook for one additional minute.
Add the flour, salt and pepper, stir to combine. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly to keep mixture from burning.
Whisk in the warm milk and continue cooking until mixture begins to thicken.
Stir in the basil and cook until thickened without bringing to a boil.
Remove from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese. Use immediately, or allow to cool and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Notes
You can swap butter for the oil for an even richer sauce if you prefer.
I have tried using pressed and finely minced garlic to make this sauce, and I prefer the minced garlic over the pressed. The pressed garlic version did not have as much garlic flavor...and I love my garlic flavor!
Sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
This recipe makes 1.5 cups of sauce. Serving size will vary depending on ultimate use.