Chef's Cheese Sauce for Baked Potatoes
Elevate your baked potatoes with *Chef's Cheese Sauce*, a rich and creamy topping that’s guaranteed to impress. This easy-to-make sauce starts with a classic roux of melted butter and flour, ensuring a velvety base. Whole milk adds a smooth texture, while sharp cheddar and cream cheese deliver bold, tangy flavors. A hint of garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper infuses the sauce with subtle warmth and depth, making it the perfect complement to fluffy baked potatoes. Ready in just 15 minutes, this indulgent cheese sauce is a crowd-pleaser that turns any simple potato into a gourmet side dish. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is your go-to for creamy comfort food perfection!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until fully melted but not browned.
Step 2
Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes to form a roux. This will help to thicken the sauce and remove the taste of raw flour.
Step 3
Gradually add the milk to the roux, about 1/4 cup at a time, whisking constantly to ensure a smooth and lump-free mixture.
Step 4
Cook over medium heat, whisking occasionally, until the mixture just begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and cream cheese. Continue stirring until fully melted and combined.
Step 6
Add the garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper, and stir until the seasonings are evenly incorporated.
Step 7
Simmer the sauce on low heat for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reaches your desired thick and creamy consistency.
Step 8
Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool slightly before spooning it generously over baked potatoes.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (612.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1255.0 |
| Total Fat 100.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 62.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g | |
| Cholesterol 316.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2499.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 37.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.9g | |
| Protein 58.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 197.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1693.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 823.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories