# Low Carb Cheese Sauce

> A rich and creamy cheese sauce variation of Alfredo, made without flour for a low-carb option. Perfect for steamed broccoli, cauliflower, roasted vegetables, or fish.

**Prep time:** 5 minutes
**Cook time:** 5 minutes
**Servings:** 4
**Storage:** Refrigerates 3-4 days

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## Ingredients

- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2/3 cup cream
- 1 cup grated cheese (Parmesan or regular cheese)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Dash of ground white pepper
- Dash of ground nutmeg

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## Shopping List

### 🧈 Dairy
- [ ] 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- [ ] 2/3 cup cream
- [ ] 1 cup grated cheese (Parmesan or regular)

### 🧂 Spices
- [ ] Salt (need 1/2 tsp)
- [ ] Ground white pepper
- [ ] Ground nutmeg

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## Instructions

1. **Heat butter and cream.** Place butter and cream in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook and stir until butter melts and mixture bubbles.

2. **Add seasonings.** Cook and stir for 2 minutes more. Stir in salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Remove from heat.

3. **Blend in cheese.** Gradually stir in cheese until thoroughly blended and smooth. Return briefly to heat to completely blend cheese, but do NOT let sauce bubble or cheese will become lumpy and tough.

4. **Serve.** Use immediately over steamed broccoli, cauliflower, roasted vegetables, fish, or other dishes.

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## Serving Ideas

- Over steamed broccoli or cauliflower
- Drizzled on roasted vegetables
- As a sauce for fish or chicken
- Mixed with pasta for a low-carb Alfredo
- Over baked potatoes or potato wedges

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## Recipe Notes

- **Net carbs:** 1.9g per serving
- **Cheese choice:** Traditional Alfredo uses Parmesan, but regular grated cheese works well and is more affordable
- **Important:** Do not let the sauce bubble after adding cheese, or it will become lumpy and tough
- **Consistency:** The sauce should be smooth and creamy; if too thick, add a splash more cream

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## Why It's Low Carb

This recipe is a variation of traditional white sauce (which typically contains flour and milk) made keto-friendly by:
- Using cream instead of milk for richness without added carbs
- Eliminating flour entirely
- Relying on butter and cheese for thickness and flavor
- Only 1.9g net carbs per serving