Cream Sauce Base Hellofresh Recipe – in just 10 minutes!

Cream Sauce Base Hellofresh Recipe: If you are a fan of Hello Fresh meal kits and are wondering how to make their creamy sauce at home, then this easy and delicious “Hello Fresh Cream Sauce Base” recipe is for you. This healthy and quick sauce can be prepared with just a few simple ingredients and in just 10 minutes.

What is Hello Fresh Cream Sauce Base?

Hello Fresh’s Cream Sauce Base is a rich and creamy white sauce that is a modern take on the traditional béchamel sauce. Béchamel sauce is made from flour, butter and milk and is considered one of the “mother sauces” of French cuisine. The Hello Fresh version is made even more delicious by adding turmeric, onion powder and some special spices.

Ingredients to make this cream sauce:

Basic Ingredients:

• Butter – 2 tbsp (chopped)
• Flour – 2 tbsp
• Full-fat milk – 1 cup
• Salt – ½ tsp (to taste)
• Black pepper – ¼ tsp

Optional but delicious Ingredients:

• Turmeric – ⅛ tsp
• Onion powder – ¼ tsp
• Fresh herbs – like bay leaves, oregano or black pepper
• Grated Parmesan cheese – a small amount

How to make the Hello Fresh Cream Sauce Base

1. Melt the butter: Add the butter to a saucepan over medium heat and let it melt over low heat.
2. Add the flour: When the butter starts to bubble, add the flour and whisk constantly until it forms a golden paste (about 3-4 minutes).
3. Add the milk: Add the milk little by little and cook until it boils while constantly stirring.
4. Thicken the sauce: Reduce the heat and cook for 4-5 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
5. Add spices and herbs: Taste for salt, pepper and, if desired, turmeric, onion powder or fresh herbs.

Where to use this cream sauce?

• Add to pasta (such as penne or macaroni).
• With grilled chicken, salmon or shrimp.
• Pour over vegetables to make a creamy side dish.
• As an Alfredo sauce base.
• Mix with tomato sauce for a creamy tomato flavor.

How to store Hello Fresh Cream Sauce?

• Store in the fridge: The cream sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Store in the freezer: Thaw it and store in a ziplock bag in the freezer for up to 4 months.
• How to reheat: Thaw the sauce overnight in the fridge, then pour into a pan and warm gently, whisking well.

Easy Creamy Sauce Alternatives:

If you don’t have these ingredients, try these alternatives:

• Prepared Alfredo Sauce (store bought)
• Cream cheese heated in the microwave
• Heavy cream (note that this may be thinner)

Health Tips

• Keep whisking constantly while making the sauce to avoid lumps.
• Don’t let the butter and flour brown too much, or else the color and taste of the sauce may change.
• If the sauce becomes too thick, thin it with a little milk.

Conclusion

Now you have all the information to make a delicious cream sauce base like Hello Fresh at home. Make it and serve it with your favorite pasta or chicken recipe. Believe me, this sauce will double the taste of your meal!

Try it out and let us know how you liked this Hello Fresh copycat cream sauce recipe!

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