Savory Cheese Sauce

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    This is a truly easy cheese sauce. It's best served immediately—over baked potatoes, broccoli or polenta.

    • 2Servings

    Ingredients

    • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
    • 1 3/4 cups low-fat milk
    • 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
    • 3/4 cup shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
    • 1/4 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese

    Preparation

    1. Place flour in heavy medium saucepan, and gradually whisk in milk, then mustard, until blended. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, about 8 minutes, or until thickened.

    2. Remove from heat. Add cheeses, stirring until melted. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve warm.

    Nutrition Information

    • Calories: 93
    • Carbohydrate Content: 6 g
    • Cholesterol Content: 17 mg
    • Fat Content: 5 g
    • Protein Content: 6 g
    • Saturated Fat Content: 3 g
    • Sodium Content: 140 mg
    • Sugar Content: 3 g

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