Auntie Anne's Cheese Sauce (Healthier Family Version)

⏱️ 15 minutes👥 8 servings❤️ Taste: 9/10
Auntie Anne's Cheese Sauce (Healthier Family Version)

Nutrition Facts

Calories
N/A
Protein
N/Ag
Carbs
N/Ag
Fiber
N/Ag

Health Benefits

Gut Health7/10
Anti-Inflammatory7/10
Blood Sugar Control7/10

Ingredients

  • •• 2 cups low-fat milk (instead of whole milk)
  • •• 2 tbsp whole wheat flour (instead of white flour)
  • •• 2 tbsp olive oil (instead of butter)
  • •• 8 oz reduced-fat sharp cheddar (instead of regular)
  • •• 2 oz Greek yogurt cream cheese (instead of regular cream cheese)
  • •• ½ tsp sea salt
  • •• ¼ tsp white pepper
  • •• ⅛ tsp garlic powder

Instructions

  1. 11. Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat
  2. 22. Whisk in whole wheat flour until smooth
  3. 33. Gradually add milk, whisking constantly
  4. 44. Cook until slightly thickened (3-4 minutes)
  5. 55. Add cheese and cream cheese, stir until melted
  6. 66. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder
  7. 77. Whisk until smooth and creamy

Smart Substitutions

• Whole milk→Low-fat milk

Reduces saturated fat while maintaining creaminess

💡 Similar
• White flour→Whole wheat flour

Adds fiber and nutrients

💡 25% lower
• Butter→Olive oil

Healthier fats, less saturated fat

💡 Better for blood sugar