White Sauce Or Cheddar White Sauce Recipe

Master the art of making a luscious white sauce – perfect for your favorite vegetables, omelets, soufflés, or even creamy soups! This versatile recipe shows you how to make a classic white sauce, then elevate it with sharp cheddar cheese for an extra cheesy treat. Use it in our Vegetable Melange Au Gratin (#111644) or let your culinary creativity run wild! Whether you prefer a rich and decadent sauce (using cream instead of milk) or a lighter version, this recipe is your go-to for creamy deliciousness.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 414.8 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 4.6 (12 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for White Sauce Or Cheddar White Sauce

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How to Make White Sauce Or Cheddar White Sauce

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of white pepper until smooth.
  2. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of milk (or light cream for a richer sauce, omitting salt in this case). Cook over medium-low heat, whisking constantly, until the sauce comes to a gentle simmer and thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Remove the sauce from the heat immediately upon simmering. For a thinner sauce (suitable for soups), add a little extra milk as needed while whisking.
  4. **Cheddar Cheese Variation:** Stir in 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

36 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

100g

Carbs

7g