Creamy Cheese Sauce
Cheesy, creamy, and utterly irresistible, this homemade cheese sauce recipe elevates any dish to gourmet status. Perfect for nachos, pasta, or fresh veggies, it’s an easy crowd-pleaser that brings everyone together.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional spices (e.g., paprika or garlic powder)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients and tools.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly.
- Whisk in the flour until smooth and golden, resembling wet sand.
- Gradually add milk while whisking continuously until the mixture thickens and bubbles gently.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices to taste. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg