Low Fat Classic Cheddar Cheese Sauce
Indulge guilt-free with this *Low Fat Classic Cheddar Cheese Sauce*, a lighter twist on a beloved comfort food essential! Made with reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, creamy low-fat Greek yogurt, and a base of skim milk, this velvety sauce delivers rich, cheesy flavor without the extra calories. Enhanced with a touch of Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika, it has a subtle depth of flavor that sets it apart. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for drizzling over steamed veggies, pasta, or baked potatoes. With a smooth, dreamy texture and a health-conscious formula, it’s the ultimate low-fat cheese sauce to elevate your meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
- 1.5 cups skim milk
- 0.5 cup plain low-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add in the cornstarch and whisk together with the melted butter for about 1-2 minutes, forming a smooth paste without browning.
Slowly pour in the skim milk while continuously whisking to avoid lumps. Continue cooking and stirring until the mixture begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low, and stir in the Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Add the grated reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, a handful at a time, stirring constantly to melt and incorporate each addition fully.
Once the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth, remove from heat and immediately stir in the plain low-fat Greek yogurt until well combined and creamy.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve hot. Enjoy your Low Fat Classic Cheddar Cheese Sauce over your favorite dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
718 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.3 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.0 g | 115% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 2559 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.6 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.5 g | ||
| Protein | 57.4 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 1644 mg | 126% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 920 mg | 20% | |
*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.
