Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1/3 C butter
  • 1/4 C all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 3 C whole milk (if you don't use whole milk then you'll need less milk more cream)
  • 1 C heavy whipping cream
  • 1 1/4 C FRESHLY grated Parmesan (pre-grated doesn't melt right)
  • 1 tsp salt (more or less to taste- balances the parmesan)
  • 1/4 tsp pepper

Instruction

  • In a sauce pan melt the butter, whisk in the flour and cornstarch until smooth - the longer you cook the darker the color will be and add more of a nutty flavor.
  • Gradually add the milk and cream while stirring.
  • Bring to a boil and then take off heat - it will thicken as it cools
  • let it cool about 4 mins, test it with your finger, it should feel warm but not burn.  
  • Add the cheese a little at a time stirring and letting it melt completely
  • Add the pepper. And add the salt, little at a time, tasting to get the balance right.
  • Serve over pasta with your favorite meat (Sautéed chicken, Salmon, etc.).