Easy Cheese Sauce

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Easy Cheese Sauce
25 min.
25
78kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your culinary game with a quick and delightful dish? Look no further than this Easy Cheese Sauce! Perfectly vegetarian and gluten-free, this luscious sauce is not only a breeze to whip up but is sure to please a crowd, serving up to 25 hungry guests.

Imagine drizzling this creamy, rich sauce over your favorite dishes—glistening nachos, perfectly baked potatoes, or fresh, steamed vegetables. The secret lies in the delightful blend of pepper Jack cheese and aromatic garlic, complemented by the subtle notes of dry vermouth. Whether you're hosting a cozy get-together or simply indulging in a comforting meal at home, this cheese sauce will be the star of the show.

In just 25 minutes, you'll create a velvety sauce that boasts a mere 78 calories per serving! The combined flavors and textures offer a satisfying experience that keeps everyone coming back for more. Plus, with its simple instructions and easy-to-find ingredients, you can focus on what really matters—enjoying the company of friends and family while sharing delicious food.

So, grab your whisk, a frying pan, and get ready to create a sensational cheese sauce that you'll want to use in a variety of dishes. Your taste buds are in for a treat!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoons cornstarch 
  • 0.3 cup vermouth dry
  •  garlic clove minced
  • cups half-and-half 
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • oz pepper jack cheese shredded

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Bring vermouth and garlic to a boil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 7 to 10 minutes or until vermouth is reduced to 1 Tbsp.
  2. Whisk together half-and-half and cornstarch.
  3. Whisk half-and-half mixture, salt, and pepper into vermouth mixture; bring to a boil over medium-high heat, whisking constantly. Boil, whisking constantly, 1 minute or until mixture is thickened.
  4. Add pepper Jack cheese. Reduce heat to low, and simmer, whisking constantly, 1 minute or until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
  5. Remove from heat, and use immediately.
  6. *Dry sherry may be substituted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories78kcal
Protein16.38%
Fat71.29%
Carbs12.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.56
Glycemic Load
0.03
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.8908695675757%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:78.38kcal
3.92%
Fat:6.09g
9.37%
Saturated Fat:3.78g
23.59%
Carbohydrates:2.37g
0.79%
Net Carbohydrates:2.35g
0.85%
Sugar:1.25g
1.38%
Cholesterol:18.24mg
6.08%
Sodium:165.28mg
7.19%
Alcohol:0.3g
100%
Alcohol %:0.9%
100%
Protein:3.15g
6.3%
Calcium:99.22mg
9.92%
Phosphorus:68.24mg
6.82%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.41%
Vitamin A:172.79IU
3.46%
Selenium:2.29µg
3.27%
Zinc:0.39mg
2.59%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.17%
Magnesium:5.48mg
1.37%
Potassium:46.74mg
1.34%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.16%
Vitamin B5:0.1mg
1.04%
Source:My Recipes