Cheese Sauce Recipe
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Whip up this velvety cheese sauce recipe in just 15 minutes with only 5 ingredients - real cheese included - for a truly versatile favorite!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk, 2% or higher
- 1½ cups shredded cheese, cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a mix
- ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the flour and whisk for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.
- Slowly add the milk to the saucepan, stirring continuously, until it thickens.
- Reduce heat to low and add the shredded cheese. Continue to stir until melted and creamy. Add garlic salt and pepper and stir to combine.
- Remove from heat and serve warm with veggies, meat and more.
Notes
- Recipe Tips.
- Make it in advance. You can make the cheese sauce a few hours in advance and keep it smooth in a warm crock pot.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. The best way to reheat is slowly on the stovetop, if needed add a bit of milk to help smooth out the sauce.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. The best way to reheat is slowly on the stovetop, if needed add a bit of milk to help smooth out the sauce.
- This recipe uses a butter and flour roux to thicken the sauce; see this post for more information about making and using a roux.
- Add cheese sauce to baked potatoes, cooked veggies, and your favorite pasta.
- For cheese that melts the best, opt to shred the cheese yourself and avoid pre-shredded cheese.
- To avoid lumps, use room temperature ingredients, whisk consistently, and do not overheat.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
226kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
7g
(2%)
Protein
12g
(24%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
10g
(50%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Trans Fat
0.2g
Cholesterol
56mg
(19%)
Sodium
433mg
(18%)
Potassium
129mg
(4%)
Fiber
0.1g
(0%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
558IU
(11%)
Calcium
289mg
(29%)
Iron
0.4mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 226 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 226kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 433mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 129mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 558IU | 11% |
| Calcium | 289mg | 29% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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