Best 4 Swiss Cheese Sauce Recipes

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Swiss cheese sauce, also known as Mornay sauce, is a creamy, flavorful, and versatile sauce that can elevate any dish. Its origins can be traced back to 19th-century French cuisine and its popularity has spread worldwide due to its rich taste and ability to complement various ingredients. Whether you're looking to enhance pasta dishes, gratin recipes, or simply create a delectable dip for vegetables, mastering the art of making Swiss cheese sauce will unlock a world of culinary possibilities.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SWISS CHEESE SAUCE



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     condiment

Time 10m

Yield about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

One 12-ounce can evaporated milk
4 ounces Swiss cheese, freshly grated
1 tablespoon cornstarch
4 ounces white American cheese, sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Set a medium saucepan over low heat and add the evaporated milk. Toss the Swiss cheese and cornstarch together in a bowl until totally coated. Whisk the Swiss and American cheese into the saucepan and heat, stirring constantly, until the cheese is completely melted, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and keep warm.

SWISS CHEESE SAUCE



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Make and share this Swiss Cheese Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 5 cups (approx)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
3 cups half-and-half cream (or use full-fat milk)
2 1/4 cups grated swiss cheese
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Tabasco sauce or louisanna hot sauce
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a heavy-bottomed medium saucepan melt butter over medium heat.
  • Blend/whisk in flour; cook whisking 1 minute.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and slowly add in the half and half cream, stirring until thickened.
  • Add in the Swiss cheese, Worcestershire sauce and hot pepper sauce to taste; mix with a wooden spoon until the cheese has melted.
  • Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452.4, Fat 37.2, SaturatedFat 23.4, Cholesterol 116.8, Sodium 213.1, Carbohydrate 12.7, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1, Protein 17.9

SEA SCALLOPS IN A SWISS CHEESE WINE SAUCE



Sea Scallops in a Swiss Cheese Wine Sauce image

This dish is absolutely delicious. Scallops,white wine,Swiss cheese,and Mushrooms make this a rich and savory dish. This is a dish you would find in a fancy restaurant. It is also fairly easy to make. I know if you like cream sauces. You will love this one. This would be a great dish for the holidays as well.

Provided by Nor Mac

Categories     Seafood

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 lb sea scallops
1/4 c fresh parsley
1 c dry white wine ( iused a mixed white wine)
2 c sliced mushrooms measured not weighed
7 Tbsp unsalted or salted butter divided 3 ways
2 - 3 Tbsp chopped green onion
1/2 c half and half cream
1/2 c shredded swiss cheese
1 c soft bread crumbs about 3-4 slices of bread crumbed in food processor
3 Tbsp flour
water
1/2 tsp salt

Steps:

  • 1. cut the scallops in to 1 1/2 inch pieces. Combine the wine and Parsley together in a medium size sauce,or fry pan. About 3-4 quart size.
  • 2. Add the Scallops,salt and enough water to the pan to just cover the scallops. Heat and bring to a boil. Reduce to simmer about 7 minutes or until cooked through.Remove the scallops from wine mixture,and set aside in a bowl. Boil remaining liquid until it reduces to about a cup of liquid.
  • 3. mean while: crumb your bread,and saute mushrooms in 2 tablespoons of butter with the green onion until lightly browned.Cook about 5-10 minutes.Remove mushrooms from pan and add to the Scallops.
  • 4. In the pan melt 3 tablespoons of butter. Remove from heat. Add the flour,and mix well over low heat. Add the flour butter mixture to the reduced wine liquid. Stir in the half and half,and 1/4 cup of the cheese. Combine until smooth. Add the Scallops and mushrooms,and mix well. Pour in to a casserole dish,or individual Ramekins. Combine bread crumbs with 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
  • 5. Top casserole,or Ramekins with bread crumbs,and remaining 1/4 cup of Swiss cheese.Place under the broiler in oven until cheese is melted and crumbs are golden brown. Serve and enjoy

TORTELLINI WITH WHITE WINE, SWISS CHARD, CHEESE SAUCE, TOPPED WITH FISH



TORTELLINI WITH WHITE WINE, SWISS CHARD, CHEESE SAUCE, TOPPED WITH FISH image

Categories     Cheese     Fish     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Dinner

Yield 2 people

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 Tbsp Olive Oil
1 tsp Cayenne
1/4 cup walnuts
1-2 tbsp Sugar
1 tsp Garlic
6 large leaves + stems (used a combination of red & yellow), can substitute 1/2 package of frozen spinach
2 cup white wine
2 tbsp butter
1/3 cup flour
1 cup milk
1/2 cup grated parmesan or asiago
2 pieces of white fish
2 1/8" slices of goat cheese
1/2 package of tortellini
8 basil leaves

Steps:

  • Walnuts: 1 tbsp Oil+Cayenne (1 tsp) Heat on med high Add nuts (1/4 cup) & sugar 1-2 tbsp Reduce to med Fry till brown, reserve Swiss Chard: Chop swiss chard - separate stems from leaves 2 tbsp Oil + garlic (1 tsp) Heat on med high till fragrant Add Stems Saute till sweating Add chopped leaves Stir a few times Add ~1/2-1 cup white wine Cover & wilt, stirring occasionally Reserve with Juices Cheese sauce: 1 tbsp oil 2 tbsp butter Melt butter in oil (low) Add 1/3 cup flour Stir in flour into butter Add ~1 cup milk, a bit at a time (to avoid clumping) Stirring constantly until pours smoothly off of spoon without being too thin Add grated cheese a bit at a time (asiago/parmesan) Add wine whenever it gets too thick ~ 1 cup total Once all cheese is melted, add juices from swiss chard, stir in Turn to low while preparing remainder, Add the swiss chard ~ 5 minutes before ready to serve Stir occasionally Fish: With your favourite fish (used lemon pepper catfish) Add 2 tbsp Oil Heat on med-high until just before smoking Turn down to med-low Add Fish Cook ~ 6 minutes (varies according to thickness & fish, 70% cooked) Flip Fish, Note: this is a good time to add the chard to the cheese sauce On top of fish: Add Chopped basil ~ 4 leaves per piece of fish Add Diced Goat cheese ~ 1/8 inch thick slice per piece of fish Cook ~ 4 minutes Tortellini: Note: Start the boil 1/2 way through cheese sauce Bring water to Boil Add dash of salt (start at same time as fish) Boil ~ 8 minutes (white), ~ 10 minutes (whole wheat) Drain Toss with olive oil to avoid sticking Serve: Add enough tortellini to cover bottom of bowl Add Cheese sauce ~1/4 inch in bottom of bowl (half the height of a tortellini) Aim to have the swiss chard in middle of bowl Place Fish on top Swiss Chard Spread walnuts around the fish

Tips:

  • Choose the right cheese. Swiss cheese is the classic choice for this sauce, but you can also use other types of cheese, such as Gruyère, Emmental, or Jarlsberg. Use a cheese that melts well and has a strong flavor.
  • Use a roux to thicken the sauce. A roux is a mixture of butter and flour that is used to thicken sauces. To make a roux, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Once the butter is melted, whisk in the flour until the mixture is smooth and bubbly. Cook the roux for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Add the milk and cheese slowly. Once the roux is cooked, slowly whisk in the milk. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly. Once the sauce is simmering, add the cheese. Stir the sauce until the cheese is melted and smooth.
  • Season the sauce to taste. Once the sauce is made, season it to taste with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. You can also add other spices, such as garlic powder or onion powder.
  • Serve the sauce immediately. Swiss cheese sauce is best served immediately after it is made. You can serve it over pasta, vegetables, or chicken.

Conclusion:

Swiss cheese sauce is a classic sauce that is easy to make and delicious. It is perfect for serving over pasta, vegetables, or chicken. With its creamy texture and rich flavor, Swiss cheese sauce is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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