Homemade Cheddar Cheese Sauce

This homemade cheese sauce is made on the stovetop in less than 10 minutes with Cheddar, milk, butter, and flour for a healthy Velveeta alternative.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 75 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1.75 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and salt until a paste forms. Slowly add milk; cook and stir until fully incorporated, about 2 minutes. Add cheese; cook and stir until cheese is melted, 1 to 2 minutes.