Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook briefly until fragrant, avoiding browning.
- Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute to form a smooth roux.
- Slowly pour in the milk while whisking continuously to prevent lumps.
- Simmer gently until the sauce thickens into a creamy consistency.
- Reduce heat and stir in shredded cheese until fully melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then remove from heat and serve.
Notes
- Add chili flakes for heat.
- Use aged cheddar or Parmesan for a sharper taste.
- Replace part of the milk with cream for a richer texture.
- Stir in fresh herbs like parsley or thyme at the end for freshness.
- Add pasta water if using as a pasta sauce to loosen the consistency.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
