Creamy Cheese Sauce is a thick and rich sauce made from cheese and milk or cream. The cheese sauce is melted and blended with the liquid to create a smooth and velvety sauce. The sauce can be used as a dip or poured over pasta, vegetables, or meat dishes.
Seasonings such as garlic, mustard, or herbs can be added for extra flavor.
Creamy Cheese Sauce
Course: Lunch, AppetizersDifficulty: BeginnerServings
6
servingsPrep time
10
minutesCooking time
12
minutesIngredients
2 tbsp. butter or margarine
1 tbsp. flour
1/4 tsp. paprika
1/8 tsp. salt
1 cup milk
1 cup american cheese cubed
Directions
- In a mid-size saucepan, over moderate heat, melt butter. Stir in flour and seasonings.
- Gradually add milk stirring constantly. Heat until smooth and thickened.
- Turn down to low heat. Add cheese and heat until melted. Serve over tortilla chips topped with pickled jalapenos or over cooked vegetables.