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hello fresh cream sauce base

Hello Fresh Cream Sauce Base

This Hello Fresh-inspired cream sauce base is rich, velvety, and incredibly versatile! Perfect for pasta, chicken, seafood, or vegetables, this easy-to-make sauce is a staple for home cooks. With just a handful of ingredients and 15 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a restaurant-quality sauce that elevates any dish. Whether you're making a classic Alfredo, a creamy vegetable bake, or a luscious casserole, this sauce will be your new go-to!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Sauce / Condiment
Cuisine Italian-inspired
Servings 4 peoples
Calories 195 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan Ensures even heating and prevents burning.
  • Whisk Essential for making a smooth, lump-free sauce.
  • Measuring Cups & Spoons For accurate ingredient portions.
  • Wooden spoon or silicone spatula Helps stir and scrape the sides of the pan.
  • Fine grater For freshly grating Parmesan cheese (prevents a grainy texture).

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp Butter unsalted
  • 1 tbsp All-purpose flour
  • 1 cup Whole milk (warm) or a dairy substitute
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese onion powder, grated cheese (Optional)
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Start by melting the butter in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat. Ensure the butter doesn't brown as this can alter the flavor of the sauce.
    Butter melting in a pan on a stovetop, the first step in making a rich and creamy Hello Fresh Cream Sauce Base.
  • Once the butter is melted, gradually add the flour. Whisk continuously to create a smooth paste, also known as a roux. Cooking the roux for about a minute helps to eliminate the raw flour taste.
    Whisking butter and flour in a pan to create a creamy Hello Fresh Cream Sauce Base, with eggs and flour in the background.
  • Slowly pour in the milk while whisking vigorously. This step is crucial to prevent lumps from forming in the sauce. If you prefer a thinner sauce, you can add more milk gradually.
    A person whisking a creamy mixture in a stainless steel bowl, creating a smooth Hello Fresh cream sauce base with a swirl of seasoning.
  • Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste. You can also add garlic powder or onion powder at this stage if you like.
    A saucepan filled with a creamy Hello Fresh cream sauce base being whisked, with salt and pepper shakers nearby on a stovetop.
  • Continue to cook the sauce, stirring frequently, until it thickens. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes. If the sauce becomes too thick, you can thin it out by adding a bit more milk.
    A rich and creamy Hello Fresh Cream Sauce Base being stirred in a pot with a wooden spoon, ready to enhance any dish.
  • Your Hello Fresh cream sauce base is now ready to use. It can be served immediately with your favorite dishes or stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
    A bowl of smooth and creamy Hello Fresh cream sauce base, garnished with herbs, ready to serve.
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