Nif's Simple Cheddar Cheese Sauce Recipe

Craving a creamy, dreamy cheddar cheese sauce in just 10 minutes? This unbelievably easy recipe is your new go-to! Perfect for drizzling over roasted broccoli, cauliflower, or your favorite veggies, it's also amazing tossed with pasta (you might need to double the recipe for pasta). Get ready to elevate your weeknight meals with this unbelievably delicious and versatile cheese sauce!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 161.8 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Nif's Simple Cheddar Cheese Sauce

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How to Make Nif's Simple Cheddar Cheese Sauce

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook, whisking constantly, for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is smooth and bubbly (this is your roux).
  3. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of milk, ensuring no lumps form. Continue whisking and cook until the sauce has thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and immediately stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and a pinch of paprika until melted and smooth.
  5. Season with salt and cayenne pepper to taste. Enjoy immediately or keep warm.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

40g

Carbs

1g