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Quick Kitchen Sauce

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A zesty, flavorful sauce ready in minutes that can effortlessly enhance your weeknight meals and impress family or guests.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh herbs (basil or parsley)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Stir in fresh herbs and red pepper flakes, cooking for another minute.
  4. Pour in the broth while stirring; let simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Various

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
  • Calories: 80
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg