Creamy Cheese Sauce (Print View)
Velvety cheese sauce with sharp cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan for versatile use.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 2 cups whole milk
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
04 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Pantry
06 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
10 - 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder (optional)
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - Place butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat and melt completely.
02 - Whisk in flour continuously for 1 to 2 minutes until the mixture thickens and turns lightly golden.
03 - Gradually whisk in milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps, and cook until the sauce thickens, approximately 3 to 5 minutes.
04 - Reduce heat to low and add cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses. Stir until fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
05 - Add salt, black pepper, nutmeg, and mustard powder if desired. Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly.
06 - Serve the sauce immediately over preferred dishes or keep warm on low heat, stirring occasionally.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- This sauce turns ordinary dishes into something you secretly want to savor all by yourself
- It's fast and forgiving so even when I'm rushed, it comes out creamy and perfect every time
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- Never rush whisking in the milk or you risk lumps that ruin the smoothness
- Using a blend of cheeses with different melting points is the trick to that perfect silkiness
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- Low and slow is your friend here, patience makes all the difference in texture
- The blend of sharp cheddar with mozzarella and Parmesan is the secret to that melt-in-your-mouth finish