Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Optional spices (e.g., garlic powder, cayenne)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
- Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until it forms a paste.
- Gradually whisk in the whole milk, ensuring no lumps form. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens.
- Reduce heat to low and add the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. Stir until melted and smooth.
- Add salt, pepper, and any optional spices to taste.
- Remove from heat and enjoy your Ultimate Cheese Sauce over fries!
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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