This sauce is perfect for vegetables, especially broccoli and cauliflower. It is easy to prepare and stores well in the fridge.
100 year old cheese sauce recipe
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 cups milk
1/4 tsp salt
1/6 tsp paprika
1 tsp lemon juice
1/2 cup grated cheese
Cream the butter and flour together over a medium low heat until well blended. Add the milk gradually and stir until it comes to a boil. Let simmer for five minutes (continue stirring to avoid scorching and sticking) then add the salt, paprika, lemon juice and cheese. Continue to cook until cheese is melted. When cheese is melted remove from heat and immediately pour over blanched vegetables.
I love this recipe because any kind of cheese can be used. Cheddar is classic, cream cheese without the paprika makes a beautiful white sauce and smoked gouda will turn any vegetable into a gourmet dish.
This is an easy recipe to switch the herbs and seasonings around in. Parsley can be a great substitute for the paprika or if you are looking a for slightly minty flavor for a white sauce add a little tarragon.
You can turn it into an alfredo sauce by using parmesan, garlic and parsley.
