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Easy Homemade Cheese Sauce

This fabulous creamy homemade cheese sauce is one of the quickest, easiest sauces to make and perfect for dipping broccoli and other veggies or drizzling over baked potatoes, nachos, or french fries.

Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
7 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 282 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon (14g) butter
  • 1 tablespoon (8g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup milk any percentage
  • 3/4 cup (3oz) shredded Cheddar cheese
  • Pinch of cayenne to taste
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. In a small pot, over medium heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook, whisking continuously, until flour is lightly golden, about 1 minute.
  2. Slowly pour in milk, whisking out any lumps as they form. Continue to whisk the mixture until it is thick and bubbly, 3 to 4 minutes. 
  3. Remove from heat, stir in the cheese a handful at a time until all the cheese has been used and sauce is smooth and creamy. Add cayenne, salt, and pepper to taste.
  4. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • Approximate nutritional information was calculated using 2% milk.

Nutrition Information

Calories 282kcal (14%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 282

% Daily Value*

Calories 282kcal 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.