Cheese Sauce Recipe
Make Cheese Sauce Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Cheese Sauce Base
Method
Making the Cheese Sauce
- 1
Melt the Butter
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
- 2
Make the Roux
Once melted, add the all-purpose flour to the saucepan and whisk continuously for about 1-2 minutes to create a roux.
- 3
Add Milk and Thicken
Slowly pour in the milk while whisking to avoid any lumps. Continue whisking until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Add Cheddar Cheese
Reduce the heat to low, and gradually stir in the cheddar cheese until fully melted and smooth.
- 5
- 6
Serve
Remove from heat and serve warm over your favorite dishes.