Cheese Sauce
Cheese sauce is a creamy, indulgent delight that elevates any dish. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can create a luscious sauce that’s perfect for nachos, pasta, or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk in the flour and cook for about 2 minutes until lightly golden.
- Gradually add the milk while whisking until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the cheddar cheese until fully melted.
- Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Serve hot over your favorite dishes!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg