Quick cheese sauce (Printable Version)
A quick, creamy cheese sauce made smooth by melting cheddar with butter and milk in the microwave.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Dairy and Fats
01 -
14 g unsalted butter
02 -
120 ml whole milk
03 -
56 g shredded cheddar cheese
→ Dry Ingredients
04 -
8 g all-purpose flour
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Salt to taste
06 -
0.25 g smoked paprika
→ Optional
07 -
Pinch of orange food coloring
# Guide to Cooking:
01 -
Place butter in a microwave-safe bowl and melt completely in the microwave.
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Whisk in the all-purpose flour thoroughly until a smooth paste forms.
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Gradually add whole milk and shredded cheddar cheese while whisking to combine evenly.
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Heat mixture in 30 to 40 second intervals, whisking after each interval until the sauce thickens and becomes smooth.
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Season with salt and smoked paprika. Add orange food coloring if desired and mix well.
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Serve the cheese sauce warm.
# Extra Suggestions:
01 -
Whisking between microwave intervals prevents lumps and ensures smooth texture.