Cheese Sauce
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Cook Time
8 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
175 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Cheese Sauce
Description
The recipe starts with melting butter and cooking flour briefly to form a roux. Milk is slowly incorporated while whisking to achieve a smooth base before adding grated sharp cheddar cheese until melted. The resulting sauce has a thick yet pourable consistency that clings well to foods.
The sharpness of the cheddar offers a distinct cheesy flavor, balanced by the creamy texture from the milk and butter. This basic sauce can complement dishes like macaroni and cheese or steamed vegetables.
For storage, keep the sauce refrigerated in an airtight container up to four days. Reheat gently on the stove or microwave, thinning with a little milk if it thickens too much. The sauce also freezes well for up to six months, requiring thawing and gentle reheating when needed.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour plain flour
- 1 cup milk 235ml
- 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese 150g, grated sharp
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over a medium heat.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly, until you have a smooth sauce.
- Whisk in the cheese for a minute or so until melted.
Notes
- Add milk gradually while whisking to avoid lumps and get a smooth cheese sauce.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat gently on stove or microwave, thinning with milk if thickened.
- Freeze in airtight containers for up to 6 months; thaw before reheating.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 175 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 175kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 40mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 230mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 88mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 477IU | 10% |
| Calcium | 251mg | 25% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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