Ingredients
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1/2 cup butter (no subs!)
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1 -2 teaspoon minced garlic (can use a bit more only if you like extreme garlic taste!)
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1 cup whipping cream (unwhipped)
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1 pinch nutmeg
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1/8 teaspoon basil (rubbed between fingers to release the flavor)
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1 -1 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
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salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Place butter and garlic in a 4-cup Pyrex measuring cup.
- Microwave uncovered in HIGH for 2 minutes.
- Remove and stir in whipping cream, nutmeg (if using) basil and black pepper.
- Return to the microwave uncovered on HIGH for another 2-3 minutes, until bubbling.
- Remove and stir in Parmesan cheese, return to the microwave for 2-3 minutes longer until thick and smooth.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.