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Easy Cheese Sauce

This easy cheese sauce is creamy, flavorful, and ready in minutes. Perfect for drizzling over vegetables, pasta, or nachos, it's a must-have recipe for quick, homemade comfort.
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Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 6 ounces medium cheddar shredded
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder

Instructions
 

  • Melt the Butter – Heat butter in a medium saucepan until just bubbling.
  • Make the Roux – Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to eliminate raw taste.
  • Add the Milk – Gradually pour in milk while whisking to prevent lumps; cook until thickened (3–4 minutes).
  • Melt the Cheese – Reduce heat and add cheddar in batches, stirring until smooth.
  • Season and Finish – Stir in salt and chili powder; adjust seasoning and serve warm