A Cheesy Twist on a Classic: Cheesy Béchamel Sauce

Name: A Cheesy Twist on a Classic: Cheesy Béchamel Sauce
Ingredients: 5 tablespoons butter; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 2 cups milk (warmed, whole milk or 2 percent if preferred); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese; 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese (grated); Optional: dash hot sauce

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A Cheesy Twist on a Classic: Cheesy Béchamel Sauce

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Gather the ingredients. The Spruce In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and stir in the flour to make a roux. The Spruce Allow the roux to cook for 1 to 2 minutes while stirring. The Spruce Add the milk a little at a time, whisking it continuously, allowing the mixture to blend and thicken. This will take about 10 minutes, although 20 minutes is recommended by cooking school instructors. The Spruce Add the salt, pepper, nutmeg, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and hot sauce, if using. Continue stirring until the cheese has melted. The Spruce Remove the sauce from the heat and use it immediately. Enjoy.