Classic Cheese Sauce - Large Recipe (from the Argo® label)

A versitile cheese sauce you can make on the stove or in the microwave.

Quick Facts

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 2 cups

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Argo® Corn Starch
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon white ground pepper
  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • Pinch cayenne pepper

Directions

  1. Stove Top Method: Combine corn starch and milk in a saucepan; stir until smooth. Add salt and pepper. Simmer over medium heat for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; stir in cheese and cayenne pepper. This makes a delicious sauce for macaroni and cheese, vegetables, chicken or soups.
  2. Microwave Method: Combine corn starch and milk in a microwave-safe 2-quart bowl; stir until smooth. Microwave on HIGH ((100%) for 2 minutes. Remove and stir. Microwave for 2 to 3 additional minutes or until mixture thickens and boils for 1 minute. Remove from microwave and stir in cheese, salt and peppers. Note: Cooking times may vary due to differences in wattage of microwave ovens.