So Easy Cheese Sauce Microwave
Whip up a velvety, homemade 'So Easy Cheese Sauce Microwave' in just 10 minutes! This fuss-free recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, using simple pantry staples like butter, flour, milk, and shredded cheddar cheese. Crafted entirely in the microwave, this creamy cheese sauce starts with a quick roux before being whisked into a smooth, cheesy masterpiece. It's perfectly seasoned with a touch of salt and optional black pepper, offering a flavor-packed topping for veggies, pasta, baked potatoes, or nachos. With no stove or fancy equipment required, this microwavable cheese sauce is your go-to for effortless comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Milk (whole or 2%)
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (optional)
Instructions
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter by microwaving it on high for about 20-30 seconds until fully liquid.
Whisk the flour into the melted butter until smooth, creating a roux.
Add the milk to the mixture and whisk until fully combined. Microwave on high for 30 seconds, then whisk again to ensure no lumps form.
Continue microwaving the mixture in 30-second intervals, whisking thoroughly after each session, until the mixture begins to thicken. This will take about 2-3 minutes total.
Once thickened, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and optional black pepper. Microwave for another 15-20 seconds to help the cheese melt, then whisk until smooth and creamy.
Serve immediately over your favorite dish or as a dipping sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
826 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.3 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.3 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 203 mg | 68% | |
| Sodium | 2009 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.9 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | ||
| Protein | 38.1 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 1112 mg | 86% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 399 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.
