Delia's Any Kind of Cheese Sauce

An easy cheese sauce made by whisking milk, flour, butter, and cheese into a smooth, glossy, and seasoned accompaniment.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 258.1 kcals 1032.5 kcals
Carbohydrates 12.9 grams 51.4 grams
Fat 18.2 grams 72.8 grams
Protein 11.1 grams 44.2 grams
Cook Time
15 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
50
g
Cheddar
mature, grated
25
g
Parmesan
finely grated
570
ml
40
g
GrainsCereals
NutsSeeds
1
pinch
Nutmeg
freshly grated
1
pinch
1
pinch
Black Pepper
freshly milled

Steps

  • Combine the milk, flour, butter, and cayenne pepper in a saucepan over gentle heat.
  • Whisk the mixture continuously with a balloon whisk until it reaches a simmer.
  • Continue whisking until the sauce is smooth and glossy, then simmer gently for 10 minutes.
  • Add the grated cheeses and whisk until they have completely melted into the sauce.
  • Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and grated nutmeg to taste.