Description
Dive into the world of cheesy delights with this homemade cheese sauce recipe! Perfect for a cozy night in or jazzing up your weekday meals, this sauce is creamy, cheesy, and utterly irresistible. It’s simple enough for beginners but packs the rich taste that will impress even the seasoned chefs among us. Let’s bring the magic of homemade cheese sauce to your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoonsunsalted butter
- 2 tablespoonsall-purpose flour
- 1 cupmilk (whole or 2%)
- 1 cupgrated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoonsalt
- 1/4 teaspoonpaprika
- 1/4 teaspoongarlic powder
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start the Roux: In a mediumsaucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour andwhiskuntil the mixture is smooth and bubbly.
- Milk Addition: Slowly pour in the milk, continuously whisking to combine and prevent lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
- Cheese Please: Reduce heat to low and stir in the grated cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Flavor It Up: Add salt, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir well to incorporate.
- Ready to Serve: Once everything is combined and creamy, remove from heat. Serve immediately or keep warm until ready to use.
Notes
For a thinner sauce, add more milk a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is achieved.This sauce clings beautifully to pasta but also works great as a dip or topping for veggies and nachos.
Nutrition
- Calories: .150
- Sugar: 1
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Protein: 6