Tony Chachere's Basic Cream Sauce Recipe

Elevate your dishes with this incredibly easy and adaptable cream sauce recipe! Perfect as a base for pasta, seafood, or chicken, this Tony Chachere's inspired sauce comes together in just 20 minutes. Customize it with your favorite additions like mushrooms, shrimp, or cheese for a truly unique culinary experience. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 728.9 kcal
Protein 15g
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Ingredients for Tony Chachere's Basic Cream Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) margarine
  • All Purpose Flour
  • Half And Half Cream

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How to Make Tony Chachere's Basic Cream Sauce

  1. Melt 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) of margarine in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Whisk in 4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour until smooth. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to create a roux.
  3. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of heavy cream, ensuring no lumps form. Continue whisking.
  4. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring frequently, until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency (about 5-7 minutes).
  5. Season generously with Tony Chachere's Original Creole Seasoning (start with 1 teaspoon and adjust to taste).
  6. Stir in your choice of additions: 1 cup sliced mushrooms, 1/2 cup cooked shrimp, 1/2 cup crab meat, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup dry white wine, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, or 2 egg yolks (whisked). Combine as desired!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

133g

Carbs

4g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Tony Chachere's Basic Cream Sauce?

Tony Chachere's Basic Cream Sauce takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Tony Chachere's Basic Cream Sauce?

Tony Chachere's Basic Cream Sauce has approximately 728.9 calories per serving, with about 15 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 112 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Tony Chachere's Basic Cream Sauce?

The key ingredients for Tony Chachere's Basic Cream Sauce are Margarine, All Purpose Flour, Half And Half Cream. See the full list with measurements above.

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