Velvety Smooth Cheese Sauce

Submitted by Branscombe on July 19, 2012 - 1:39pm

Summary

Yield
SourceAuntie Marilyn
Prep Time15 minutes
CategorySauces

Description

A great sauce for cooked veggies! Use a french whisk for best results.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp margarine
  • 1/2 tbsp flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • pinch pepper
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3/4 cup grated cheddar cheese

Instructions

Melt margarine in saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat. Add flour, salt and pepper. Stir until smooth (this is called a roux paste). Add milk slowly, stirring constantly to a smooth mixture. Place over simmering water (Auntie M doesn’t do this!). Cook, stirring frequently for 10 minutes or until thickened. Stir in grated cheese. Remove from heat. Makes 1-2 cups of sauce.
 

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