Low Sodium Classic Blue Cheese Sauce
Indulge in the rich and creamy decadence of this Low Sodium Classic Blue Cheese Sauce, a healthier twist on the classic favorite. Perfectly crafted with unsalted butter, low sodium blue cheese, and a dash of fresh chives, this velvety sauce delivers bold flavor without the guilt of excess sodium. A smooth roux of all-purpose flour, whole milk, and heavy cream serves as the base, while hints of garlic powder and freshly ground black pepper elevate the taste to gourmet-level perfection. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with steaks, salads, or as a dipping accompaniment for your favorite appetizers. Whether you're watching your sodium intake or simply love experimenting with lighter alternatives, this savory blue cheese sauce is sure to become a household favorite.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 3 ounces Low sodium blue cheese, crumbled
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives, finely chopped
Directions
Step 1
Melt the unsalted butter in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
Step 2
Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the melted butter and whisk continuously for about 2 to 3 minutes to form a roux. The mixture should be slightly foamy and pale golden in color.
Step 3
Gradually whisk in the whole milk and heavy cream, stirring constantly to avoid any lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Step 4
Once the mixture starts to thicken, reduce the heat to low and add the crumbled low sodium blue cheese.
Step 5
Stir the sauce continuously until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. This should take about 5 minutes.
Step 6
Season the sauce with freshly ground black pepper and garlic powder, stirring well to incorporate the spices.
Step 7
Remove from heat and mix in the finely chopped fresh chives, reserving a little for garnish if desired.
Step 8
Serve the sauce warm over steaks, salads, or use as a dipping sauce. Enjoy your low sodium classic blue cheese sauce!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (616.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1516.5 |
| Total Fat 136.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 81.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 407.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 632.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 26.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.8g | |
| Protein 28.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 125.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 770.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 631.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories