Five Star Four Cheese Sauce
Indulge in the velvety decadence of our Five Star Four Cheese Sauce, a creamy masterpiece that's perfect for elevating any dish. This luxurious sauce combines the rich flavors of Parmesan, Gruyere, mozzarella, and cream cheese, all melted into a smooth base made from butter, flour, whole milk, and heavy cream. Infused with hints of garlic, a dash of nutmeg, and perfectly seasoned with salt and pepper, this cheese sauce is irresistibly creamy and flavorful. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's perfect for enhancing pasta, serving as a gourmet dipping sauce, or pouring over roasted vegetables. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or treating yourself to comfort food, this four-cheese sauce will turn any meal into a five-star experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1 cup Gruyere cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg, freshly grated (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Once the butter is fully melted, add the flour and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes to create a roux. The mixture should be bubbly and golden but not browned.
Slowly pour in the milk while whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Then add the heavy cream, continuing to whisk until the mixture thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the minced garlic. Let it cook for 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
Add the Parmesan, Gruyere, and mozzarella cheeses one handful at a time, stirring after each addition to ensure the cheese melts smoothly.
Once the cheeses are fully combined, add the cream cheese in small chunks, stirring until it fully incorporates into the sauce.
Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg, if using. Stir well to distribute the seasonings evenly.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes over low heat, whisking occasionally, until the sauce is silky and smooth.
Remove from heat and serve immediately over your favorite pasta, as a dipping sauce, or drizzled over cooked vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3650 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 298.1 g | 382% | |
| Saturated Fat | 178.7 g | 893% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 915 mg | 305% | |
| Sodium | 8107 mg | 352% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.5 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.7 g | ||
| Protein | 171.7 g | 343% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 5228 mg | 402% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1405 mg | 30% | |
*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.
