Easiest Cheese Sauce Ever
Indulge in the creamy perfection of the *Easiest Cheese Sauce Ever*—a quick and foolproof recipe that’s ideal for elevating any meal. Made with just six simple ingredients, including rich cheddar cheese, velvety whole milk, and a touch of optional ground mustard powder for added depth, this versatile sauce comes together in just 15 minutes. Whether you're drizzling it over steamed vegetables, tossing it with pasta for a classic mac and cheese, or dipping crispy fries, this smooth and savory cheese sauce will become your go-to comfort food staple. With its simple roux base and customizable flavors, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for home cooks of all skill levels seeking an effortless recipe for weeknight dinners or party appetizers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.125 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground mustard powder (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until fully melted and bubbling.
Whisk in the flour, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste. The mixture should form a paste-like consistency (this is called a roux).
Slowly pour in the milk while whisking continuously to ensure the mixture stays smooth. Bring the mixture to a simmer, whisking frequently, until it begins to thicken (about 3-4 minutes).
Reduce the heat to low and add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until fully melted and incorporated into the sauce.
Stir in salt, pepper, and mustard powder (if using) to season the sauce to your taste.
Remove the saucepan from heat and serve the cheese sauce immediately over your favorite dish. If the sauce thickens too much as it cools, you can whisk in a splash of warm milk to adjust the consistency.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
856 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.4 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.8 g | 214% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 212 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 1414 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.2 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.8 g | ||
| Protein | 38.2 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 1119 mg | 86% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 395 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
