Ultimate Cheese Sauce for Fries – Creamy, Dreamy & Irresistible! 🧀🍟🔥


 

Ditch the powdered cheese—this homemade cheese sauce is velvety, rich, and clings perfectly to every fry! Made with real cheddar, a hint of spice, and no weird additives, it’s the ultimate dip for fries, nachos, burgers, or even broccoli (because everything tastes better with cheese sauce!).

Why This Cheese Sauce Rules

✅ No lumps, no graininess – Silky smooth every time.
✅ Ready in 10 minutes – Faster than drive-thru.
✅ Customizable heat – Mild or spicy, your call.
✅ Better than store-bought – Real ingredients, no preservatives.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

  • 1 cup whole milk (or half-and-half for extra richness)

  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (packed)

  • ¼ tsp garlic powder

  • ¼ tsp onion powder

  • ¼ tsp paprika

  • ½ tsp hot sauce (like Frank’s, optional)

  • Salt to taste

Optional Add-Ins:

  • ½ tsp mustard powder (for tang)

  • 1 tbsp pickled jalapeño juice (for kick)

  • 2 tbsp cream cheese (for extra creaminess)

Step-by-Step Instructions




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