Parmesan Cheese Sauce Recipe

Quick & easy microwave Parmesan cheese sauce recipe! Ready in under 10 minutes, this creamy, dreamy sauce is perfect for vegetables, pasta, or as a base for your favorite dishes. Elevate your weeknight meals with this simple yet decadent treat!

Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 8 mins
Calories 95.5 kcal
Protein 11g
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Ingredients for Parmesan Cheese Sauce

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How to Make Parmesan Cheese Sauce

  1. Combine 2 tablespoons butter in a 2-cup microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 30-60 seconds, or until melted.
  2. Whisk in 2 tablespoons flour, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and 1/4 teaspoon paprika until smooth.
  3. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of milk until fully incorporated and smooth.
  4. Microwave on 70% power for 3-4 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened, stirring halfway through.
  5. Remove from microwave and stir in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  6. (Optional) For a bacon carbonara: Stir in 2 slices of cooked, crumbled bacon.
  7. Serve immediately over steamed vegetables, fettuccine, or your favorite dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

18g

Carbs

1g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Parmesan Cheese Sauce?

Parmesan Cheese Sauce takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 2 minutes to prepare and 8 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Parmesan Cheese Sauce?

Parmesan Cheese Sauce has approximately 95.5 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Parmesan Cheese Sauce?

The key ingredients for Parmesan Cheese Sauce are Unsalted Butter, Flour, White Pepper, Dry Mustard, Paprika, Low Fat Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

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