Homemade Cheese Sauce Recipe
Make Homemade Cheese Sauce Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Melt the Butter
In a medium saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter over medium heat until it is completely melted and bubbly, but not browned.
- 2
Make the Roux
Add 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour to the melted butter. Whisk continuously for about 1-2 minutes to form a roux. This will help thicken the sauce.
- 3
Add Milk
Gradually pour in 1 cup of milk while whisking to prevent lumps. Continue to whisk until the mixture is smooth and starts to thicken, about 3-5 minutes.
- 4
Incorporate Cheese
Once the sauce has thickened, reduce the heat to low. Gradually add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- 5