Low Fat Cheese Sauce

Indulge in creamy comfort without the guilt with this quick and easy Low Fat Cheese Sauce recipe! Crafted with wholesome ingredients like skim milk, low-fat cream cheese, and reduced-fat cheddar, this velvety sauce offers all the cheesy goodness you crave, but with fewer calories and less fat. A touch of Dijon mustard and garlic powder adds a flavorful twist, while a simple roux made with whole wheat flour keeps it thick and luscious. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile sauce is perfect for drizzling over steamed veggies, baked potatoes, or your favorite whole-grain pasta. Whether you're meal-prepping or looking for a healthy yet indulgent topping, this low-fat cheese sauce is sure to satisfy without compromise. Perfect for health-conscious food enthusiasts!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Skim milk
• 2 tablespoons Low-fat cream cheese
• 1 cup Grated reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons Whole wheat flour
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Whisk in the whole wheat flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to form a smooth paste (roux).

Step 3

Gradually add the skim milk to the roux, whisking continuously to avoid lumps.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing it to thicken slightly (about 3-4 minutes).

Step 5

Add the low-fat cream cheese and stir until fully melted and incorporated.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and add the grated reduced-fat cheddar cheese in small handfuls, stirring constantly until melted.

Step 7

Stir in the Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 8

Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is smooth and creamy.

Step 9

Remove from heat and serve immediately over your favorite dishes like steamed broccoli, baked potatoes, or whole grain pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(667.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	726.4

Total Fat 38.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 115.8mg	0%
Sodium 2420.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.1g	0%
Total Sugars 25.8g
Protein 53.2g	0%

Vitamin D 238.7IU	0%
Calcium 1497.9mg	0%
Iron 1.3mg	0%
Potassium 1029.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.7%

Protein: 29.1%

Carbs: 23.2%