cheese sauce

[cheez saws]

noun

1. a sauce made of butter, milk, flour, and cheese, usually cheddar.

Word History and Origins

Origin of cheese sauce¹

First recorded in 1850–55

Example Sentences

The curly, ridged shape is perfect for holding onto the thick cheese sauce.

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Matthews’s team ran through 10 variations before settling on one coated in seasoning and dipped in nacho cheese sauce.

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For weeknight practicality, a cheese sauce is your shortcut — the kind that clings to each fry like it was made just for it.

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I’ll get chocolate vanilla swirl with a side of four burgers and cheese sauce.

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The product, described in a release from Nestlé as "supremely creamy," promises 10% more cheese sauce than leading competitors, positioning itself as a richer, more cheese-forward option.

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