Ingredients for Coating Cheese Sauce
- 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
- Plain Flour
- 2 cups milk
- Cheddar Cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
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How to Make Coating Cheese Sauce
- Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Gradually whisk in 4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour until a smooth paste forms (a roux).
- Remove from heat and slowly whisk in 2 cups of milk. Be sure to whisk constantly to prevent lumps.
- Return the saucepan to medium heat. Bring to a gentle boil, whisking continuously.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in 8 ounces (1 cup) of shredded sharp cheddar cheese and 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard (optional). Add more cheese for a richer sauce (up to 16 ounces).
- Stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Serve immediately over your favorite dish, or pour into an airtight container and refrigerate. The sauce will firm up, but you can easily slice off portions and reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop. Add a splash of milk if needed to thin.
- Add a splash more milk to thin if needed after reheating.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
17 g
Sugar
1g
Fat
107g
Carbs
7g