Betty's White Cheddar Mornay Sauce/Spread

white cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheddar

💰Cheaper: regular cheddar

Reduced-fat cheddar lowers calories while maintaining flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Almond milk reduces calories while still providing creaminess.

In a medium saucepan, melt butter and slowly whisk in flour until combined and it forms a thick paste (roux).

Continue to cook roux for two minutes over medium-low heat, stirring frequently.

Whisk milk into the roux and cook over medium heat until the milk begins to simmer, about 2-3 minutes.

Remove sauce from heat and slowly whisk in white Cheddar cheese until the Mornay sauce is smooth.

Add salt and pepper to taste.

Let sit at room temperature or refrigerate before using as a sauce/spread for a sandwich.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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