{"id":"e0ea0dfb-ab9e-41f8-bd4f-b6e575f5e0b4","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/e0ea0dfb-ab9e-41f8-bd4f-b6e575f5e0b4","source_url":"https://www.foodfaithfitness.com/cheese-sauce-recipe/","title":"Cheese Sauce Recipe","description":"Stir up this rich, sharp cheddar Cheese Sauce recipe in just 11 minutes. Creamy, smooth, & perfect for pasta, nachos, or dipping.","servings":4,"servings_text":"4","prep_time":"PT5M","cook_time":"PT6M","total_time":"PT11M","image_url":"https://cdn.foodfaithfitness.com/uploads/2024/09/Cheese-Sauce-Recipe-A_HR-Cheese-Sauce-Recipe-FFF-7.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"2 tablespoons unsalted butter","item":"unsalted butter","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"2 tablespoons all-purpose flour","item":"all-purpose flour","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 cup whole milk","item":"whole milk","quantity":1,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese","item":"shredded sharp cheddar cheese","quantity":1.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1/4 teaspoon salt","item":"salt","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/4 teaspoon black pepper","item":"black pepper","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk until smooth, cooking for about 1 minute."},{"number":2,"text":"Gradually add the milk, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes."},{"number":3,"text":"Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste."}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:57:48.533882+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:57:48.533882+00:00"}