How to Make Cheese Sauce Without Flour Simple Recipe

Cheese sauce without flour is a versatile and delicious addition to many dishes, from nachos to macaroni and cheese. I think we can all agree that everything is better with cheese.

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: sauce

Cuisine: American

Keyword: copycat, dip, easy meals, easy recipe, sauce recipe

Servings: Servings

Calories: 357kcal

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Kitchen Essentials

Whisk Set

White Bowl

Floursack Towels

Ingredients

1 Cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese shredded
1 Cup American Cheese shredded
1/2 Cup Cream Cheese softened
1 Cup Whole Milk
1 Large Egg Yolk
1 Tablespoon Corn Starch
1/4 Cup Parmesan Cheese grated

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, whisk together the whole milk and corn starch until smooth.
Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent the mixture from sticking to the bottom of the pan. Continue until the mixture begins to thicken slightly.
Reduce the heat to low and add the egg yolk, whisking constantly to avoid curdling. This step helps to create a rich, creamy texture without the need for flour.
Gradually add the cream cheese, stirring until fully melted and incorporated.
Slowly add the shredded cheddar cheese, American cheese, and Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until all the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth.
If the sauce is too thick, add a little more milk to reach your desired consistency. If it's too thin, continue to cook on low heat, stirring frequently until it thickens.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

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Cheese Sauce Without Flour Recipe Tips

For a white cheese sauce, substitute white cheddar cheese for the sharp cheddar.

Use freshly shredded cheese from a block rather than pre-shredded cheese from the grocery store to avoid additives that can affect the texture.

If you want a bit of a tangy flavor, add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard.

Adding a bit of hot sauce or cayenne pepper will add some heat to this cheese recipe.

Store any leftover cheese sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Reheat gently on low heat to avoid separation.

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