Perfect Gooey Cheese Sauce

This everyday ingredient works like magic to give you a smooth and creamy cheese sauce in under 5 minutes.

Yield:
2/3 cup
Category:
Sauces and Salsas
Cuisine:
American
Prep Time:
2 min
Cooking Time:
3 min
Total Time:
5 min

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1/4 cup (15ml) water
  • 2 original flavor, non-aspirin Alka-Seltzer tablets (see note)
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded melting cheese (5.25 ounces; 150g), such as cheddar, Gruyere, Swiss, provolone, and/or Jack
  • Optional Flavorings
  • 1/2 teaspoon pickled jalapeño juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

DIRECTIONS:

  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, stir together water and Alka-Seltzer. Let stand until fizzing stops, about 1 minute.
  2. Add butter to the bowl and microwave until the butter is melted, about 30 seconds. Add the shredded cheese to the bowl.
  3. Microwave in 30-second increments until cheese is melted and bubbly.Using a fork or small whisk, stir until the sauce is smooth, adding any optional flavorings if desired.
  4. Let stand until perfectly thickened, 1 to 2 minutes.

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