The Genius Ingredient For Perfect Gooey Cheese Sauce

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This recipe uses a surprising ingredient to create the perfect gooey cheese sauce. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of magic, you can have a delicious and flavorful sauce to pour over your favorite dishes. Try it with some optional flavorings for an extra kick!

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Ingredients

Servings: 2

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1/4 cup (15ml) water

2 original flavor, non-aspirin Alka-Seltzer tablets

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

Steps

In a microwave-safe bowl, stir together water and Alka-Seltzer. Let stand until fizzing stops, about 1 minute.

Add butter to the bowl and microwave until the butter is melted, about 30 seconds.

Add the shredded cheese to the bowl. 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. Let stand until perfectly thickened, 1 to 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

386kcal

19%
Fat

32g

1%
Saturated Fat

19g

0%
Carbohydrates

2g

0%
Fiber

0g

0%
Sugar

0g

0%
Protein

21g

1%
Cholesterol

95mg

4%
Sodium

620mg

31%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

The Genius Ingredient For Perfect Gooey Cheese Sauce

Ingredients

Optional Flavorings

Steps

Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

Nutrition Facts