Description
Silky smooth cheese sauce elevates ordinary dishes from bland to grand. Parmesan, cheddar, and cream meld into a luxurious blend you’ll crave on pasta, vegetables, or as a dipping companion for crusty bread.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
Thickening Agents:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Seasoning:
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a saucepan, gently melt butter over medium-low heat until it becomes silky and frothy.
- Sprinkle flour and salt into the melted butter, whisking vigorously to create a smooth, golden roux.
- Pour milk incrementally, stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming and ensure a velvety consistency.
- Simmer the mixture for 2-3 minutes, maintaining constant movement to prevent scorching and allow the sauce to thicken.
- Reduce heat to low and incorporate shredded Cheddar cheese, stirring until the cheese melts completely and the sauce transforms into a glossy, creamy texture.
- Remove from heat and let the sauce rest for 30 seconds to stabilize its consistency.
- Drizzle immediately over vegetables, pasta, or your preferred dishes while the sauce remains warm and luxuriously smooth.
Notes
- Ensure butter is fully melted before adding flour to prevent lumpy sauce texture.
- Use room temperature milk for smoother incorporation and consistent blending.
- Select high-quality aged Cheddar cheese for richer, more complex flavor profile.
- Adjust thickness by adding more milk if sauce becomes too thick during cooking process.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 222 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 316 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 52 mg