A homemade cheese sauce can instantly elevate any dish, from classic mac and cheese and nacho recipes to creamy vegetable casseroles. With these three simple methods for making delicious cheese sauce, you’ll have no excuse but to indulge in cheesy goodness whenever the craving strikes.

1. Stovetop Cheese Sauce

Ingredients:

– 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

– 1 cup milk

– 2 tbsp butter

– 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

– Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

2. Whisk in the flour to create a roux, cooking for about one minute until the mixture is smooth.

3. Gradually add milk while continuously whisking to avoid lumps.

4. Cook the mixture for about 5 minutes or until it thickens, stirring occasionally.

5. Remove from heat and slowly add in the shredded cheese, whisking until fully melted and combined.

6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

2. Microwave Cheese Sauce

Ingredients:

– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

– 1/2 cup heavy cream

– Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese and heavy cream.

2. Microwave the mixture in intervals of one minute, stirring in between until smooth and creamy.

3. If necessary, continue microwaving in short intervals (about 20 seconds each), checking and stirring between intervals until the desired consistency is reached.

4. Add salt and pepper to taste.

3. Blender Cheese Sauce

Ingredients:

– 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

– 1/2 cup heavy cream

– Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream on medium heat until it begins to simmer – do not let it boil.

2. Place the shredded cheese in a blender.

3. Pour the heated heavy cream over the cheese, and place the lid on the blender.

4. Blend on medium speed until smooth and creamy.

5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

With these three methods at your disposal, you’ll be able to make a simple and delicious cheese sauce to complement any dish, whether you’re using a stovetop, microwave, or blender.