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Roasted Garlic Horseradish Cream Sauce Recipe (Easy and Delicious!)

Roasted Garlic Horseradish Cream Sauce

This sauce is not just a condiment; it’s a culinary masterpiece that can elevate your dishes from ordinary to extraordinary. With its rich, roasted garlic flavor combined with the zesty kick of horseradish, it’s perfect for dipping, drizzling, or spreading.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course: Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roasted Garlic Horseradish Cream Sauce
  • 1 head garlic
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp prepared horseradish
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
Optional Garnish
  • Fresh chives or parsley
  • Salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Aluminum foil
  • Mixing bowl
  • Garlic press or knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk or Spoon
  • Refrigerator-safe container

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Step 2: Cut the top off the head of garlic to expose the individual cloves. Wrap the entire head in aluminum foil.
  3. Step 3: Roast the garlic in the oven for about 30-35 minutes until soft and golden brown.
  4. Step 4: Cool the garlic slightly, then squeeze the soft cloves into a mixing bowl.
  5. Step 5: Add sour cream, prepared horseradish, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Mix until smooth.
  6. Step 6: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Step 7: Transfer the sauce to a refrigerator-safe container and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  8. Step 8: Garnish with chopped chives or parsley if desired and serve.

Notes

This sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. Adjust the level of horseradish to suit your taste.