Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this homemade Cheese Sauce for Fries. This rich and flavorful sauce is the perfect accompaniment to crispy fries, elevating your snacking experience to a whole new level.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk (warm)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Melt Butter and Make Roux: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute to form a roux.
- Add Milk and Cheese: Slowly whisk in the warm milk, ensuring no lumps. Stir until thickened, about 2–3 minutes. Lower heat and add cheddar cheese gradually, stirring until smooth.
- Season and Serve: Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne if using. Combine well. Serve over hot fries or keep warm until ready to enjoy.
Notes
Notes:
- For a smoother texture, use freshly shredded cheese.
- Experiment with different cheeses like Monterey Jack or pepper jack for varied flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
