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Cheese Sauce


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 cups 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A creamy and delicious cheese sauce perfect for dipping soft pretzels.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon all purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Add the butter to a small pot over low heat. When melted, quickly whisk in the flour to make a smooth mixture. (It will resemble a paste.)
  2. Slowly pour in the milk, whisking continually, to make a smooth consistency.
  3. Whisk while the milk mixture heats up until you see bubbles around the edges.
  4. Simmer for about two minutes, or until you can see that the milk has thickened.
  5. Remove the pot from the heat.
  6. Stir in the cheese and salt and whisk until the cheese melts into a thick sauce.
  7. Serve warm with prepared soft pretzels.

Notes

  • This sauce can be used for mac and cheese, nachos, or as a dip for vegetables.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Sauces
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg