Homemade Cheese Sauce Recipe
Homemade cheese sauce recipe is creamy, rich and full of flavor. This homemade cheese sauce recipe is perfect for pasta, fries and vegetables
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder optional
- 1 pinch paprika optional
Instructions
Melt the Butter
- Place a saucepan on medium heat. Add butter and let it melt fully. Make sure it does not burn. Stir gently so it melts evenly and becomes smooth.
Add the Flour
- Add flour into the melted butter. Whisk quickly to form a smooth paste. Cook for one minute to remove raw flour taste. This creates a thick base for your cheese sauce.
Add the Milk
- Slowly pour in the milk while whisking. Keep stirring to avoid lumps. Cook until the mixture starts to thicken. This step makes the sauce creamy and smooth.
Add the Cheese
- Lower the heat. Add shredded cheese slowly while stirring. Let it melt fully into the sauce. Keep mixing until it becomes rich, creamy and smooth.
Season and Finish
- Add salt, pepper and optional spices. Stir well and taste the sauce. Adjust seasoning if needed. Turn off heat when the sauce is silky and ready to serve.
Notes
- Use full-fat milk for richer taste
- Add more cheese for extra thickness
- Mix different cheeses like mozzarella or parmesan
- Add chili flakes for spicy flavor
- Use gluten-free flour if needed
- Stir constantly to avoid lumps