Melt Butter and Sauté Garlic: In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly. The goal is to soften the garlic and make it fragrant without letting it brown, as burnt garlic can become bitter.

Add Cream and Simmer: Pour the heavy cream into the saucepan. Increase the heat to medium and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce begins to thicken slightly.

Whisk in Cheese and Season: Remove the saucepan from the heat. Gradually whisk in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until it has completely melted and the sauce is smooth. Whisk in the chopped fresh parsley and black pepper.

Taste and Adjust: Taste the garlic parmesan sauce and add salt as needed. The amount of salt you need will depend on the saltiness of your Parmesan cheese.

Serve: This delicious garlic parmesan sauce recipe is best served warm. You can pour it directly over hot pasta, toss it with freshly cooked wings, or use it as a dipping sauce.