Cheese Sauce: Creamy Delight for Your Homemade Fries

Discover the creamy, rich flavor of Cheese Sauce that transforms ordinary fries into gourmet comfort food.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 cups

Course: Sauces

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

2 tablespoons Butter or margarine for a dairy-free alternative
2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour
2 cups Milk whole, almond, or oat milk for dairy-free version

For the Cheesy Goodness

1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese shredded

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Pepper optional
Optional Spices such as cayenne or garlic powder

For Toppings (optional)

2 tablespoons Chopped Chives
2 tablespoons Crispy Bacon Bits
1 medium Sliced Jalapeños for extra kick

Equipment

medium saucepan

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cheese Sauce

In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until bubbly. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.
Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk, stirring frequently until thick and bubbling, about 5-7 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese until smooth and melted.
Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and any optional spices to taste, mixing well.
Serve immediately over fries or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 900IUCalcium: 250mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use finely shredded cheese for the best melting. Control heat to avoid burning, and adjust consistency with milk if needed.

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