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Easy Flourless Cheese Sauce

This the best flourless cheese sauce recipe to suit any occasion. It only takes a few minutes to whip up and is gluten-free and nut-free!
Prep Time4 minutes
Cook Time1 minute
Total Time5 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 689kcal
Author: Elcy Wang

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 ¼ cups whole milk
  • 8 oz block of extra sharp cheddar cheese brought to room temperature
  • 2 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • teaspoon salt

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Remove the block of cheese from the fridge and let it warm to room temperature for up to 2 hours.
  • Cut the cheese block into 1 inch cubes.
  • Place the whole milk, cubed cheese, and seasonings into a blender. Blend for about 1 minute, until smooth.
  • Use immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container.

NOTES

  • This recipe makes approximately 2 cups of cheese sauce.
  • For food safety, it's best to leave the cheese in its original packaging while it warms to room temperature.
  • Cheese sauce should not be left at room temperature for more than two hours.
  • If you prefer a thinner cheese sauce, use an additional ¼ cup of milk.
  • If you add the sauce to freshly cooked macaroni, it will melt and warm up when combined.
  • Avoid using low-fat cheese or skim milk as it will not turn out as rich and creamy.
  • I do not recommend using pre-shredded cheese.  The anti-caking agents used to prevent the shredded cheese from sticking together make it challenging to create a creamy texture.
  • To make a warm cheese sauce, you can start with hot milk or blend the sauce for an extra minute in a high-speed blender.  

NUTRITION

Calories: 689kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 58g | Saturated Fat: 26g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 132mg | Sodium: 947mg | Potassium: 367mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1876IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 997mg | Iron: 1mg