Description
Easy Cheese Sauce for Every Occasion is a creamy delight that will elevate any dish into a culinary masterpiece. This versatile sauce, made with just a handful of ingredients, is perfect for nachos, pasta, steamed vegetables, or as a dip. Ready in under 15 minutes, it’s an ideal quick fix for cheese lovers seeking that comforting melted goodness. Impress your family and friends with its rich flavor and smooth texture. Feel free to customize it by adding different cheeses or spices to suit your taste preferences. This easy cheese sauce is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter
- All-purpose flour
- Whole milk (or low-fat)
- Freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Melt unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until fully melted.
- Whisk in all-purpose flour continuously to form a smooth paste and cook for about one minute.
- Gradually add whole milk while whisking until no lumps remain; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and slowly incorporate freshly grated cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and blended smoothly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg