How to Choose the Best Cheese Sauce for Your Restaurant: A Guide for Foodservice Chefs and Operators
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Why Cheese Sauces?
Cheese sauces are increasingly popular on menus, with a noticeable rise in consumer demand for indulgent and innovative dishes. According to recent trends, social conversations about cheese have increased by more than 16% over the past year, and the market for cheddar cheese sauce is forecasted to continue to grow.
Diners appreciate having a good cheese sauce and your kitchen will appreciate a good cheese sauce ingredient for its versatility and ability to enhance a variety of dishes. Whether used as a dip for appetizers like pretzels and nachos, or as a rich and creamy pasta sauce, cheese sauces add a layer of indulgence and comfort that appeals to many. The trend towards incorporating unique flavors, such as spicy chili peppers or Mediterranean-inspired ingredients, further elevates the dining experience, making cheese sauces a great base for further creativity.
Premium Option: Aged White Cheese Sauce
What does it taste like? Our Aged White Cheese Sauce is a rich and creamy option made with heavy whipping cream, white American cheese and Montamore cheese. Montamore is a unique Wisconsin wheel that is somewhere between Parmesan and an aged cheddar, learn more HERE.
What does it looks like? This white sauce is perfect for dishes that require a smooth, velvety sauce with sophisticated flavor.
How can it be used? It's ideal for pasta dishes, gourmet mac and cheese, as a dip or drizzle, a soup base, as a ready-to-use béchamel and as a base for more complex sauces.
Other Attributes: The perfect consistency to hold on a steam table.
Classic Cheese Flavor: Yellow Cheese Sauce
What does it taste like? Our Yellow Cheese Sauce is a classic choice for those who love a traditional cheese flavor. Made with high-quality ingredients, like milk, American cheese, heavy cream and butter.
What does it looks like? Its appealing yellow color and creamy texture make it a favorite among many. This product is a bit thicker than our Aged White Cheese Sauce.
How can it be used? This sauce is perfect for nachos, cheese fries, and as a topping for burgers and sandwiches. It can be easily tossed with pasta to make a classic mac and cheese dish.
Other Attributes: This Yellow Cheese Sauce has been tested and is steam table approved! Holding beautifully throughout service. It has been crafted with gluten-free and soy-free ingredients.
Sauce with a Kick: Beer Cheese Dip
What does it taste like? For a unique twist, try our Beer Cheese Dip. This sauce combines the rich flavors of cheese with the subtle hoppiness from a Scottish Ale and a tingle of heat from cayenne pepper, creating a distinctive and flavorful dip.
What does it looks like? Made with cream cheese and American cheese, it is a great thickness for dipping.
How can it be used? It's perfect for soft pretzels, drizzled over brats, as a burger add-on and as a dipping sauce for a variety of fried appetizers. The beer adds a depth of flavor that pairs well with a variety of dishes.
Other Attributes: Easily holds on a steam table throughout service without breaking.
Our Top Seller: Chile Con Queso
What does it taste like? Our Chile Con Queso is amazing! It’s not our #1 for no reason. It is the perfect blend of spicy and creamy, combining cheese with green chiles and spices and butter too.
What does it looks like? Classic yellow queso appearance with flecks of red and green veggies suspended in a perfect dip consistency.
How can it be used? This sauce is perfect for adding a light kick to your dishes, whether you're serving it with tortilla chips, drizzling it over enchiladas, or using it as a topping for baked potatoes. The blend of cheese and chiles creates a harmonious balance of heat and creaminess.
Other Attributes: This queso has been tested and is steam table approved! Holding beautifully throughout service. It has been crafted with gluten-free ingredients.
Premium White Queso: Queso Blanco
What does it taste like? There are plenty of white cheese loafs on the market that can be melted into a queso, but this one is premium! Diners looking for white cheese options are often looking for a higher quality than yellow. This Queso Blanco brings that premium quality with consistency and ease. Made with milk, cream, butter, American cheese and jalapeños for a touch of mild spice.
What does it looks like? A thick, creamy white cheese sauce with flecks of green peppers.
How can it be used? It's perfect for dipping, ladled over nachos or included in burritos or stuffed poblanos. We love turning this into a street corn dip!
Other Attributes: This queso has been tested and is steam table approved! It has been crafted with gluten-free ingredients.
For Pasta & More: Alfredo Sauce
What does it taste like? Our Alfredo Sauce is crafted with a blend of milk, heavy cream, butter, Romano and Parmesan cheeses, and a hint of garlic. This combination results in a classic, creamy sauce with a hint of garlic and black pepper.
What does it looks like? An off-white sauce with flecks of cracked black pepper and pieces of grated cheese throughout with an ideal thickness for tossing with pasta.
How can it be used? From traditional pastas to innovative creations, you can try our Alfredo Sauce on your menu with pizzas, salads, breakfast dishes and more.
Other Attributes: Our Alfredo Sauce is fully cooked and ready to use, making it a convenient option for busy kitchens. It holds beautifully on a steam table, ensuring that your dishes maintain their quality and flavor throughout service. Plus, it's made with gluten-free ingredients, catering to a wider range of dietary needs
Choosing the right cheese sauce can enhance the flavor and presentation of your dishes. At Ready Foods, we pride ourselves on offering high-quality cheese sauces that cater to a variety of tastes and culinary needs. Whether you're looking for a classic yellow cheese sauce or a unique beer cheese dip, we have the perfect option for you. Need your own cheese sauce recipe created in our facilities at a higher volume? Learn more about our co-manufacturing services HERE.
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