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How to Make a Roux and Cheese Sauce

A silky, never-grainy cheese sauce built on a simple butter-and-flour roux. The base for the best stovetop mac and cheese.
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 14 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 285kcal
Author Feed Your Soul Too

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp Butter
  • 3 tbsp All-purpose flour
  • 15 Ounces Coconut Milk
  • 6 Ounces Chicken stock or evaporated milk (my original version)
  • 1/2 Cup Sharp Cheddar Shredded
  • 1/2 Cup Smoked Gouda shredded (or smoked Gruyère)

Instructions

  • Heat a sauté pan on medium high heat. Add the butter and when melted, add in the flour. Using a spatula, mix until the flour absorbs all the butter. The result will be a paste like mixture. Next, you add your liquid in a little at a time. The liquid should be room temperature or heated on a low temp if pulled from the fridge. As you add the liquid to the roux, make sure the initial liquid is fully absorbed before adding in more to your mixture. Keep adding the liquid until the roux becomes creamy. If the roux is runny, you have added to much liquid. Over time, you will learn the consistency you want in your roux. The roux should look creamy, not runny or to thick. Once the roux is complete, start adding your cheese a little at a time. When it is fully melted, add until all the cheese has been used. Happy cooking and I hope this tip helps you in your cooking. Serve and Enjoy!

Notes

I have continued to evolve this recipe.  I now use a little chicken stock in lieu of the evaporated milk.  I also use smoked gouda in lieu smoked gruyere.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 27g | Sodium: 190mg