Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter (1/4 cup)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (I use seasoned salt)
- Pinch cayenne pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon dry mustard powder
- 2 cups hot light cream (such as half and half, can use milk the cream is better!)
- 1 cup firmly packed shredded old cheddar cheese (for a stronger flavor add in more cheese)
How to Make
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Step 1: In a medium saucepan melt butter over medium heat. Add in the flour, salt, cayenne and dry mustard stirring constantly until blended (about 1 minute).
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Step 2: Whisk in the hot cream; bring to a boil whisking constantly until smooth and thickened. Reduce heat to low and mix in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Use as soon as possible.
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