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Ultimate Cheese Sauce for Fries

Rich, creamy cheddar cheese sauce perfect for dipping or drizzling over crispy fries.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Sauce, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheese Sauce
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk warm
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese freshly shredded
  • 0.25 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.25 tsp paprika
  • salt to taste
  • cayenne pepper optional

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Slowly whisk in warm milk until smooth.
  4. Cook until thickened.
  5. Add shredded cheddar and stir until melted.
  6. Season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and optional cayenne.
  7. Serve warm over fries.

Notes

Use freshly shredded cheese for the smoothest texture. Reheat gently with a splash of milk.