I make this cheese sauce whenever I want something creamy and cheesy to pour over pasta, veggies, or even nachos. It’s so easy and quick to make, and it tastes way better than anything you can buy in a jar!
How to Make My Kids Eat It:
My kids love this cheese sauce! I drizzle it over their veggies, and they eat them up without complaining. It also makes any kind of pasta extra yummy. Sometimes, I even use it as a dip for their favorite snacks, like fries or crackers, and they can’t get enough. If you want to make it even more fun, try adding a little extra cheese on top of their dishes to make it extra cheesy!
What You Need to Make It:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk (any kind you like)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: a pinch of garlic powder or mustard powder for extra flavor
How to Make It:
- First, I melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Then, I whisk in the flour and cook it for about 1 minute to get rid of the raw taste.
- I slowly pour in the milk while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. I keep cooking until the sauce thickens, which usually takes 3-5 minutes.
- After the sauce has thickened, I reduce the heat and add in the shredded cheese. I stir until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
- I season it with salt, pepper, and any extra flavorings I like, such as garlic powder or mustard powder, for a little extra kick!
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Serving and Storage Tips:
- Serve this cheese sauce hot, poured over pasta, veggies, or even as a dip for fries or chips.
- If you have leftovers, store the sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, just warm it up on the stove over low heat and stir in a little milk to bring it back to the right consistency.
- You can also freeze this cheese sauce for up to a month. Just make sure to let it cool before transferring to a freezer-safe container.
Tips:
- To avoid a lumpy sauce, make sure to whisk the milk in slowly and constantly.
- You can use any cheese you like, but cheddar gives it that classic cheese sauce flavor. For a creamier version, try using a mix of cheddar and cream cheese!
- If the sauce is too thick, just add a little more milk to get it to the right consistency.
Homemade Cheese Sauce Recipe
I make this cheese sauce when I want something creamy and cheesy to go over pasta, veggies, or even nachos! It’s quick, simple, and way better than store-bought.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk any kind you prefer
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: a pinch of garlic powder or mustard powder for extra flavor
Instructions
- First, I melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- I whisk in the flour, cooking it for about a minute to get rid of the raw taste.
- Gradually, I pour in the milk while whisking constantly to avoid lumps, then cook until it thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
- I lower the heat and add the shredded cheese, stirring until it’s fully melted and smooth.
- Finally, I season the sauce with salt, pepper, and any extra seasonings if I’m using them.
