Description
A creamy and delicious Easy Keto Cheese Sauce perfect for dipping or drizzling over your favorite dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the heavy cream and cream cheese. Stir until the cream cheese is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese to the saucepan, stirring constantly until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Continue to cook on low heat for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce is thickened to your desired consistency.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Reheat gently before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a few dashes of hot sauce.
- To make it a bit more gourmet, stir in some cooked crumbled bacon or sautéed mushrooms before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Keto
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg