Best 4 Best Cheese Sauce Recipes

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Are you craving a creamy, cheesy sauce to elevate your pasta, vegetables, or snacks? Look no further! In this article, we'll guide you through the art of creating the ultimate cheese sauce that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more. From selecting the perfect cheese blend to mastering the cooking techniques, we'll provide you with all the essential tips and tricks to achieve a smooth, flavorful, and irresistibly delicious cheese sauce that will turn any dish into a culinary masterpiece.

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BEST CHEESE SAUCE



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This fabulous cheese sauce is as easy to make as it is versatile. A smooth, fail-safe sauce for Welsh rarebit, Horseshoe sandwiches, vegetables, and pasta. Try it over poached eggs and toast. Wow!

Provided by Pam Witzig

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Creamy

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups half-and-half
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat. Blend in flour and cook until mixture is smooth and bubbly, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in half-and-half, Cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Return to heat and cook, stirring constantly, until sauce is smooth, about 5 minutes. Keep warm until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 668.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 178.2 mg, Fat 59.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 21.9 g, SaturatedFat 37.8 g, Sodium 1223.1 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

BEST EVER CASHEW CHEESE SAUCE



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This is a versatile cashew cheese sauce that's totally plant-based. I use it as a pasta sauce, as a pizza topping, over roasted veggies, on tacos and for grilled cheese. It doesn't reheat well, so I don't suggest making a double batch to use throughout the week. -Max Gregor, Santa Fe, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups organic raw cashews
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups vegetable broth, divided
1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
Paprika, optional

Steps:

  • Rinse cashews in cold water; drain. Place in a large bowl; add enough water to cover by 3 in. Cover and let stand overnight., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 4-6 minutes. Add garlic, salt and pepper; cook 1 minute longer. Add 1-1/2 cups broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer., Drain and rinse cashews, discarding liquid. Add cashews to skillet; heat through. Transfer mixture to a blender. Add nutritional yeast; cover and process until pureed, adding enough remaining broth to achieve desired consistency. If desired, sprinkle with paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 329mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

BEST VEGAN NACHO CHEESE SAUCE



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Our family loves this vegan cheese sauce. We're not usually that excited with fake cheeses, but this one has been the exception. Tastes great over nacho chips, baked potatoes, in vegetarian tacos, etc. This recipe has helped us enjoy more vegan meals in our home. We got this recipe from our friend Connie Yroc after she shared this wonderful cheese sauce with nachos with our family one day. After almost losing the recipe last week I realized I must post it right away, because we make it so frequently! Hope you enjoy it. Thanks Connie!

Provided by Enjolinfam

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 10 1/4 cup, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 1/2 cups water
2 cups raw cashews
2 lemons, juice of
3/4 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder (heaping)
1 teaspoon onion powder (heaping)
3 teaspoons salt
1 (7 ounce) can pimientos (including the liquid)
1/2 cup nutritional yeast (not brewers yeast!)

Steps:

  • Soak raw cashews for a few hours (this will help the sauce be more smooth and less grainy from the nuts though the flavor is good either way).
  • Put 2 1/2 cups of water into a blender with all of the ingredients and blend until smooth.
  • Pour the blended mixture into a saucepan and add the remaining water.
  • Heat the mixture in a saucepan for about 20 minutes.
  • Stir continually to prevent it from burning.
  • Add water to desired consistency (optional).
  • Use as a nacho cheese dip or as a replacement for cheese on other yummy foods!

THE BEST QUESO CHEESE SAUCE



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Super easy and delicious. Recipe courtesy of www.aspicyperspective.com. I doubled the recipe, and I added quite a few more jalapenos, but I'll post it as written.

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories     Cheese

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon butter
1 shallot, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 -2 jalapeno, seeded and diced
2 chipotle chiles, diced (canned in adobo sauce)
1 1/2 cups half-and-half or 1 1/2 cups evaporated milk
1 tablespoon cornstarch
4 ounces cream cheese, cut into cubes and softened
2 teaspoons yellow mustard
8 ounces smoked cheddar cheese, shredded
4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Place a medium pot over medium heat. Add the butter, shallots, garlic, and jalapeno.
  • Saute for 3 to 4 minutes to soften, then add the half and half and chipotle peppers.
  • Whisk in the cornstarch. Allow the mixture to come to a simmer, so the half and half can scald (not necessary with evaporated milk) then lower the temperature to medium-low.
  • Stir in the cream cheese and mustard.
  • Slowly start adding the shredded cheese.
  • Stir and add by the handful, until the sauce comes together. if you prefer your cheese sauce a little thinner, add an extra splash of half and half. Serve immediately, or keep warm in a slow cooker or fondue pot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.2, Fat 34.3, SaturatedFat 21.2, Cholesterol 108, Sodium 476.4, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 1.9, Protein 17.6

Tips:

  • Use a good quality cheese: The type of cheese you use will have a big impact on the flavor of your sauce. Choose a cheese that melts well and has a strong flavor, such as cheddar, Parmesan, or Gruyère.
  • Use a roux: A roux is a mixture of butter and flour that is used to thicken sauces. It helps to create a smooth and creamy sauce that is less likely to curdle.
  • Use milk or cream: Milk or cream is used to thin the sauce and make it more liquid. You can use whole milk, skim milk, or even heavy cream, depending on how rich and creamy you want your sauce to be.
  • Add seasonings: Season your cheese sauce to taste with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, or other spices.
  • Don't overcook the sauce: Cheese sauce is best when it is cooked until it is melted and smooth, but not overcooked. Overcooked cheese sauce can become thick and rubbery.

Conclusion:

Cheese sauce is a versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It can be used as a dipping sauce for vegetables, chips, or bread. It can also be used as a topping for pasta, chicken, or fish. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious cheese sauce that will be the perfect addition to your next meal.

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