Ingredients
2tbspunsalted butter
2tbspall-purpose flour
1½cupwhole milk
¼cupheavy cream
¼lbgouda cheese,smoked
½tsppaprika,smoked, optional
1pinchnutmeg,freshly grated
salt and freshly ground pepper
Preparation
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter.
Add the flour and whisk over moderately high heat for 30 seconds.
Add the milk and bring to a boil, whisking constantly.
Cook over moderate heat, whisking constantly, for 4 to 5 minutes until thickened.
Add the cream, smoked Gouda, paprika, and nutmeg, and whisk for about 2 minutes just until the cheese is melted.
Season with salt and pepper.
Use right away or cover directly with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
