(Rich, restaurant-style — perfect for chicken, pasta, shrimp, or veggies)

📝 Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 2 tbsp butter

• 3–4 cloves garlic (minced)

• 1 cup heavy cream

• ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan

• ½ tsp Italian seasoning

• Salt & black pepper to taste

• Optional: pinch red chili flakes

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Melt butter on medium heat.
2️⃣ Add garlic, sauté 30 seconds (don’t brown).
3️⃣ Pour in cream, simmer 3–4 minutes.
4️⃣ Stir in Parmesan until melted and smooth.
5️⃣ Add seasoning, adjust salt/pepper.
6️⃣ Simmer until thickened.

✔ Thicker sauce: simmer longer
✔ Thinner sauce: add 1–2 tbsp milk or broth

📊 Nutrition (Per Serving Approx)

• 220–260 calories

• 2–4g carbs

• 24g fat

• 6g protein

⚖️ WW Points

• 6–8 points per serving (cream + cheese are main contributors)

🌿 Creamy Garlic Herb Sauce

(Lighter, fresher flavor — great for chicken or fish)

📝 Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil or butter

• 3 cloves garlic

• 1 cup half-and-half (or milk for lighter version)

• 1 tbsp flour (for thickening)

• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

• 1 tsp dried thyme or basil

• Salt & pepper

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Heat oil, sauté garlic.
2️⃣ Add flour, cook 30 seconds.
3️⃣ Slowly whisk in milk.
4️⃣ Simmer until thick.
5️⃣ Stir in herbs.

📊 Nutrition (Per Serving Approx)

• 120–180 calories

• 8–10g carbs

• 12g fat

⚖️ WW Points

• 3–5 points per serving (lighter option)

🩺 Anti-Inflammatory?

✔ Garlic and herbs are anti-inflammatory
❌ Heavy cream & butter increase saturated fat

Healthier Tip:

Use olive oil + Greek yogurt instead of cream for a better balance.