Easy Cheese Sauce For Pretzels
This easy cheese sauce for pretzels is made with sharp cheddar and pairs wonderfully with soft pretzels and more.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Saucepan
- bowl
Ingredients
Cheese Sauce Ingredients
- 12 ounces cheddar cheese, freshly grated
- 1.5 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 tablespoon spicy brown mustard or dijon
- 12 ounces evaporated milk
Instructions
Preparation Instructions
- Grate cheddar cheese and add it to a large bowl.
- Add the cornstarch and toss until the cheese is completely coated.
- Heat a skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add the butter and once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for about 2-3 minutes or until fragrant.
- Add mustard and evaporated milk to the skillet, whisking to combine and bring to a good simmer, stirring often.
- Once simmering, remove from heat and whisk in shredded cheddar cheese a handful at a time until melted and incorporated.
- Serve alongside sourdough pretzels or pretzel bites and enjoy!
Notes
As the sauce cools, it thickens. Thin it out by whisking in a bit of milk and gently reheating if necessary. You can add spices like green chilies or cayenne for variation.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cupCalories: 155kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 6gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 134mgPotassium: 267mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 292IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 227mgIron: 0.2mg
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