The Easiest Creamiest Cheese Sauce
Get ready to elevate your meals with "The Easiest Creamiest Cheese Sauce"—a velvety, homemade delight that comes together in just 15 minutes! This versatile recipe combines the bold flavor of sharp cheddar cheese with the tangy richness of cream cheese, while a touch of Dijon mustard and garlic powder adds depth to every bite. Perfectly thickened with a simple roux of butter and flour, this cheese sauce boasts a lusciously smooth texture that's ideal for draping over pasta, drizzling on roasted veggies, or serving as a crowd-pleasing dip. With minimal prep and pantry-friendly ingredients, this quick and creamy sauce is your go-to recipe for effortless comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Once the butter has melted, add the flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to create a roux. The mixture should become golden and foamy.
Gradually pour in the milk, about 1/4 cup at a time, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue until all the milk is incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes or until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, one handful at a time, allowing each handful to melt completely before adding the next.
Once the cheddar has melted, stir in the cream cheese, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until fully combined and smooth.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. If the sauce is too thick, stir in an additional splash of milk to reach your desired consistency.
Serve immediately over your choice of pasta, vegetables, or use as a dip for snacks. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1554 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.9 g | 158% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.2 g | 386% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 393 mg | 131% | |
| Sodium | 3020 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.6 g | ||
| Protein | 75.8 g | 152% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.6 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 2240 mg | 172% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1036 mg | 22% | |
*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.
