Description
A spicy, creamy fusion of Louisiana heat and Italian tradition, this sauce blends browned butter, garlic, pepperoncini, and aged cheeses for a velvety, fire-kissed experience. Serve over pasta or zucchini noodles for a rich, umami-packed meal.
Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup diced pepperoncini
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon Tabasco
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
1 cup grated Pecorino Romano
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
Instructions
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat until golden and nutty.
Add garlic and pepperoncini; cook until fragrant, 1-2 minutes.
Stir in Cajun seasoning and Tabasco, cook for 1 minute.
Gradually pour in heavy cream and milk, whisking constantly until smooth.
Reduce heat to low, add Pecorino Romano and Parmesan, stirring until cheeses melt fully.
Simmer 3-5 minutes until thickened; adjust seasoning.
Notes
For gluten-free: Serve with gluten-free pasta or zucchini noodles.
Adjust Tabasco amount to control heat level.
Stir in a splash of lemon juice for brightness if desired.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving of sauce
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1400mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 130mg