Creamy Cheese Sauce
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy cheese sauce recipe, perfect for nachos, pasta, or drizzling over vegetables. Its rich flavor and velvety texture are sure to please any crowd, making it an essential addition to your culinary repertoire. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you’ll create a dish that elevates any meal into a delightful experience!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by measuring out cheese, flour, and spices.
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until bubbly.
- Whisk in flour gradually until combined; cook for about 1-2 minutes until golden.
- Slowly add milk while continuously whisking until the mixture thickens (about 3-5 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low, stir in cheese and mustard powder until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper; serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 38mg