Homemade Cheese Sauce
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
8 People
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Calories
165 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Appetizer, Condiments, Snacks
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Cuisine
American
Homemade Cheese Sauce
Description
Homemade Cheese Sauce uses a classic roux base made from unsalted butter and all-purpose flour, cooked until it forms a paste. Milk is then added and whisked in, followed by sharp cheddar cheese that melts into the sauce. The resulting texture is smooth and creamy, offering a mild thickness that coats foods well without being too heavy. Given its basic ingredients and straightforward technique, this sauce can be quickly prepared to add cheesy richness to vegetables, baked dishes, or pasta.
The sharp cheddar used delivers a distinct but not overpowering cheese flavor, contributing both taste and a pleasant orange color. The sauce relies on stirring and melting the cheese carefully to avoid graininess and to achieve a silky finish. Serving it warm ensures best texture and flavor.
Making the sauce fresh allows control over consistency and sharpness. Leftovers can be gently reheated while stirring to preserve smoothness. This cheese sauce serves as a foundational recipe for various adaptations or additions, such as spices or additional cheese varieties.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded sharp
Instructions
- In a medium-sized sauce pan, add 2 tablespoons unsalted butter. Heat over medium-high heat until the butter melts.
- Whisk 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour until it makes a paste.
- Add 1 cup milk and 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese and stir to combine.
- Whisk until the cheese is melted and smooth, and serve!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8People
Amount Per Serving
Calories 165 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 165kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 39mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 197mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 70mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 420IU | 8% |
| Calcium | 238mg | 24% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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