Four Cheese Sauce
Indulge in the creamy decadence of this Four Cheese Sauce recipe, a luxurious blend of Parmesan, mozzarella, Pecorino Romano, and fontina cheeses that creates the ultimate comfort food topping. This rich and velvety sauce starts with a classic roux of butter and flour, combined with whole milk and heavy cream for a perfectly smooth base. The cheeses melt together seamlessly, infusing the sauce with layers of flavor that are impossible to resist. A hint of nutmeg adds a subtle warmth, while salt and black pepper balance the flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile four-cheese masterpiece is perfect for smothering pasta, drizzling over roasted vegetables, or serving as a gourmet dip. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or treating yourself, this recipe brings restaurant-quality elegance to your table with ease.
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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 Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 1 cup Shredded fontina cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoons Ground nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
Melt the unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Once the butter has melted, add the all-purpose flour and whisk continuously for about 1-2 minutes to create a roux. Do not let it brown.
Slowly pour in the whole milk and heavy cream while whisking constantly to ensure a smooth mixture.
Continue whisking and cooking the mixture for 4-5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Pecorino Romano cheese, and shredded fontina cheese, one at a time. Add each cheese gradually to allow it to melt completely before adding the next.
Season the sauce with salt, ground black pepper, and ground nutmeg (if using), adjusting to taste.
Cook the sauce on low heat for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until silky and smooth.
Remove from heat and serve immediately over pasta, vegetables, or as a dip. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4010 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 321.4 g | 412% | |
| Saturated Fat | 200.5 g | 1002% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1033 mg | 344% | |
| Sodium | 8159 mg | 355% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.8 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.5 g | ||
| Protein | 214.1 g | 428% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.7 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 6643 mg | 511% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1176 mg | 25% | |
*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.
