Peter's Cheese Sauce Recipe

Elevate your dishes with Peter's incredibly easy and versatile cheese sauce! This creamy, dreamy sauce is perfect for cauliflower cheese, potatoes au gratin, or as a topping for your favorite vegetables. Husband-approved and ready to share, this recipe is a kitchen staple. Get ready for cheesy goodness in just 30 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 474.8 kcal
Protein 47g
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Ingredients for Peter's Cheese Sauce

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How to Make Peter's Cheese Sauce

  1. Melt 50g butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat.
  2. Sprinkle in 50g flour and whisk continuously for 2-3 minutes until a smooth paste (roux) forms.
  3. Gradually whisk in 500ml milk, ensuring no lumps form. Continue whisking constantly.
  4. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over low heat, stirring frequently.
  5. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in 200g grated cheese until completely melted and smooth.
  7. Pour the cheese sauce over your desired dish (e.g., cooked cauliflower, potatoes).
  8. For a golden brown topping, sprinkle with an additional 50g of cheese and place under a broiler for 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

118g

Carbs

3g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Peter's Cheese Sauce?

Peter's Cheese Sauce takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Peter's Cheese Sauce?

Peter's Cheese Sauce has approximately 474.8 calories per serving, with about 47 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 57 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Peter's Cheese Sauce?

The key ingredients for Peter's Cheese Sauce are Butter, Flour, Cheddar Cheese, Milk, 1 teaspoon dry mustard (optional), 1/2 teaspoon salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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