Description
A rich and creamy cheese sauce made with butter, flour, milk, and melted cheddar cheese, seasoned with paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Perfect for pouring over fries, nachos, burgers, or sandwiches to add a velvety cheesy touch.
Ingredients
Cheese Sauce Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk (240 ml)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (120 g)
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Melt Butter: In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat to create the base of your roux.
- Add Flour: Sprinkle in the flour and whisk continuously for about 1 minute until a smooth paste forms, making sure it doesn’t brown.
- Incorporate Milk: Slowly pour in the milk while whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming and to ensure a smooth sauce texture.
- Thicken Sauce: Continue cooking the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Add Cheese: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it melts completely, creating a creamy consistency.
- Season: Mix in salt, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper to enhance the flavor of the sauce.
- Final Cooking: Cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring constantly to achieve a smooth, creamy cheese sauce.
- Serve: Pour the hot cheese sauce over fries, nachos, burgers, or sandwiches and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Use whole milk for a richer sauce or substitute with low-fat milk for a lighter version.
- For a spicier sauce, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
- Shred your own cheese for better melting compared to pre-shredded varieties.
- Keep whisking continuously while adding milk to avoid lumps.
- Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently to avoid separation.
