Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of homemade cheese sauce that transforms any dish into a culinary delight. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, making it ideal for drizzling over nachos, pasta, or steamed vegetables.
Ingredients
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- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until bubbly.
- Whisk in the flour until smooth to create a roux.
- Gradually pour in the milk while whisking continuously until slightly thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until melted and smooth.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg