Jalapeño Cheese Sauce
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 203kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon flour
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 ½ cups extra sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons pickled jalapeño slices
Instructions
- Place a pan over medium heat, add the butter and melt it completely.
- Add the ground pepper, salt, and flour to the pan. Stir quickly to create a smooth paste.
- Add the cheese and milk. Stir constantly until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
- Roughly chop the jalapeños (or slice into rings) and stir into the sauce. Serve immediately.
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Notes
If you’re in a rush, you can make this sauce in the microwave.
Simply add all of the ingredients together in a microwaveable jug and stir thoroughly. Cook on a high power for 3 minutes and stir again until combined. Cook for 1 minute and stir again, then repeat until the cheese sauce is thick and creamy.
Nutrition
Calories: 203kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 396mg | Potassium: 141mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 588IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 296mg | Iron: 1mg