Oscar Topping Recipe
Make Oscar Topping Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Seasoning Ingredients
Garnish Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Melt the Butter
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until fully liquid.
- 2
Make the Roux
Add the all-purpose flour to the melted butter and whisk continuously for about 2 minutes until it forms a golden roux.
- 3
Add Milk
Slowly pour the milk into the roux while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Cook for about 5 minutes until the mixture thickens.
- 4
Incorporate Cream Cheese
Add the cream cheese to the thickened mixture, stirring until fully melted and combined.
- 5
Add Parmesan Cheese
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well incorporated.
Seasoning
- 6
Season the Mixture
Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika to the cheese mixture. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
Finish and Garnish
- 7
Garnish
Remove the topping from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley and lemon zest for added flavor and freshness.
- 8
Serve
Use the Oscar topping to enhance your favorite dishes or serve as a dip. Enjoy!

