Creamy Cheddar Fries Sauce (Print Version)

A rich, velvety blend of sharp cheddar and mozzarella creates the perfect savory topping for crispy fries or dipping sauce.

# What You Need:

01 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

02 - 1 cup whole milk

03 - 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

04 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

05 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

07 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

08 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

10 - 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste

01 - Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to form a smooth roux.

02 - Slowly pour in milk while whisking continuously until smooth. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.

03 - Reduce heat to low. Add cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, stirring until completely melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.

04 - Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.

05 - Serve warm over crispy fries or use as a dipping sauce. The sauce is best enjoyed immediately while hot and smooth.

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This sauce comes together in about 15 minutes flat, making it perfect for last minute cravings or unexpected guests
The combination of sharp cheddar and mozzarella creates that perfect restaurant style pull and melt that you just cannot get from processed cheese products

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Pre shredded cheese contains anti caking agents that can make your sauce grainy, so taking the extra minute to grate it yourself makes all the difference
If your sauce ever separates or gets too thick, a splash of warm milk while whisking usually brings it back to life beautifully

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Take your saucepan off the heat completely before adding the cheese, the residual heat is enough to melt it gently without breaking
Room temperature milk incorporates more smoothly into the roux than cold milk straight from the refrigerator