**Aunt Michel's Cheese Sauce: A Culinary Delight for All Occasions**
In the realm of culinary creations, few dishes can match the versatility and universal appeal of cheese sauce. Its velvety texture, rich flavor, and ability to elevate any dish make it a beloved staple in kitchens worldwide. Among the many variations of cheese sauce, Aunt Michel's Cheese Sauce stands out as a true masterpiece, a testament to the culinary artistry and expertise of its namesake. This delectable sauce boasts a symphony of flavors, a harmonious blend of sharp cheddar, nutty Gruyère, and tangy Parmesan, all brought together by a creamy béchamel base. Its versatility shines through in its adaptability to various dishes, from classic macaroni and cheese to succulent seafood and vegetable gratins. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook seeking to impress your dinner guests, Aunt Michel's Cheese Sauce is your culinary compass, guiding you towards a world of delectable possibilities.
BEST CHEESE SAUCE
This fabulous cheese sauce is as easy to make as it is versatile. A smooth, fail-safe sauce for Welsh rarebit, Horseshoe sandwiches, vegetables, and pasta. Try it over poached eggs and toast. Wow!
Provided by Pam Witzig
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Creamy
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat. Blend in flour and cook until mixture is smooth and bubbly, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in half-and-half, Cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Return to heat and cook, stirring constantly, until sauce is smooth, about 5 minutes. Keep warm until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 668.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 178.2 mg, Fat 59.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 21.9 g, SaturatedFat 37.8 g, Sodium 1223.1 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
OMELET WAFFLES WITH SAUSAGE CHEESE SAUCE
Waffles are fun to make, so I decided to make this waffle omelette recipe! They are topped with browned sausage, onions, peppers and a chunky cheesy sauce. They are the perfect choice when you want to have breakfast for dinner. -Ronna Farley, Rockville, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat waffle maker. In a large skillet, cook sausage, mushrooms, onion and red pepper over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, 8-10 minutes, breaking up sausage into crumbles; drain. Remove from heat and keep warm., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, whisk flour, 1-3/4 cups cream and 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt until smooth. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 2-3 minutes. Stir in cheese and 1 cup sausage mixture until cheese is melted. Remove from heat and keep warm., In a large bowl, whisk eggs and the remaining 1/4 cup cream and 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt until blended. Bake in a well-greased waffle maker until golden brown, 2-3 minutes. Serve with sausage mixture and cheese sauce; sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 734 calories, Fat 56g fat (24g saturated fat), Cholesterol 521mg cholesterol, Sodium 1461mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 38g protein.
CHEESE SAUCE
Steps:
- In the medium pot, bring the cream to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Whisk in the mustard. Stir in the Gruyère, Parmesan and garlic and cook until the cheeses are melted and combined and the sauce has a smooth consistency, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.
CHEESE SAUCE
This is a very easy cheese sauce that gets my family to eat their vegetables. If you've always wondered how to make melted cheese pourable, this is the recipe you've been looking for. Longhorn cheese is melted and combined with milk, cornstarch, spices and yellow food coloring for a sauce you can serve with most anything.
Provided by D. Hamilton
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl combine 1/2 cup milk with cornstarch; mix well and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine cheese with 2 cups milk and melt. Stir in garlic salt, red pepper and food coloring. To the melted cheese add the cornstarch mixture and stir well.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9.9 g, Cholesterol 52.7 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Protein 14.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 504.5 mg, Sugar 5.9 g
SOUTH AMERICAN CHEESE SAUCE
Don't be dissuaded because of the ingredient Velvetta. If there ever was a recipe made for it, this is it. Serve over baked potatoes, vegetables, fish, pasta or any which way your creative juices take you.
Provided by gailanng
Categories Sauces
Time 25m
Yield 2 cups, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a heavy skillet heat oil then add garlic, onion and fresh pepper over medium heat. Saute onion until translucent and soft. Stir in tomatoes. Reduce heat to low and simmer for approximately 15 minutes or until mixture has slightly thickened.
- Stir in cream and Velveeta; cook over medium heat until Velveeta has melted, stirring until smooth. Stir in cilantro then season with salt and pepper, to taste. If too thick, thin with a few tablespoons chicken broth.
- Serve immediately. See serving suggestions in recipe description.
CHEDDAR CHEESE SAUCE WITH A BECHAMEL BASE
A cheddar cheese sauce good for serving over vegetables. (Source: LeCordon Bleu Professional Cooking)
Provided by Leta8076
Categories Sauces
Time 45m
Yield 1 qt
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Make a Bechamel sauce as follows: Heat clarified butter in medium size saucepan.
- Whisk in bread flour and stir and cook over low heat until light cream color, but at least 1 minute.
- Cool slightly.
- In another saucepan, scald the milk.
- Gradually add milk to the roux (flour and butter mixture) beating constantly with whisk.
- Bring sauce to a boil, stirring constantly.
- Reduce heat to a simmer.
- Stick the bay leaf to the onion with the clove.
- Place onion in sauce.
- Simmer at least 15 minutes stirring occasionally.
- Season very lightly with salt, nutmeg and white pepper.
- Strain through a china cap.
- Place plastic wrap on sauce to prevent formation of skin.
- Cool in cold water bath and store in freezer in ziplock bags for later use, or keep warm over warm water bath for use in dishes being currently prepared.
- To 1 qt of this Bechamel Sauce, add the cheddar cheese, dry mustard and worcestershire sauce.
- Whisk over low heat until the cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh cheese, milk, and vegetables will give your cheese sauce the best flavor.
- Don't overheat the sauce: Overheating can cause the cheese to curdle and the sauce to become grainy.
- Stir the sauce constantly: This will help to prevent the cheese from sticking to the bottom of the pan and burning.
- Use a variety of cheeses: Experiment with different types of cheeses to find your favorite combination. Cheddar, Parmesan, and Gruyère are all popular choices.
- Add some vegetables: Vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots can add flavor and texture to your cheese sauce.
- Season the sauce to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
- Serve the sauce immediately: Cheese sauce is best served fresh and hot.
Conclusion:
Aunt Michel's Cheese Sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It's perfect for pasta, vegetables, and even meat. With a few simple tips, you can make a cheese sauce that is sure to impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy way to add flavor to your meal, give Aunt Michel's Cheese Sauce a try.
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