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Commercial Cheddar Cheese Sauce | Cheese Sauce | 1 Litre Carton | Macphie KA114
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- Real Cheddar Cheese
- Multi-Stable Formula
- Vegetarian Certified
- Gluten-Free
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Product Overview
Ever find yourself wishing for a top-quality, lump-free cheese sauce that’s ready whenever you are? Introducing the Macphie Commercial Cheddar Cheese Sauce. This isn't your average packet mix; it’s a rich, smooth, and incredibly versatile sauce made with real cheddar, designed specifically for the high-pressure environment of a professional kitchen. It’s the ultimate shortcut to cheesy perfection, without compromising on flavour.
Perfect for bustling restaurants, busy event caterers, pubs, and takeaways, this ready-to-use sauce is a true kitchen workhorse. Whether you're pouring it over nachos, creating a creamy pasta bake, or adding a final flourish to a gourmet burger, its stable formula means it performs brilliantly under pressure. It heats perfectly on the hob, in the microwave, or held for hours in a bain-marie, staying smooth and delicious from the first serving to the last.
With the added benefits of being gluten-free, vegetarian, and Halal certified, you can cater to a wide range of dietary needs without a second thought. This one-litre carton is your secret weapon for delivering consistent, crowd-pleasing dishes with a fraction of the prep time. Stop wrestling with roux and start serving up excellence with this indispensable commercial cheddar cheese sauce.
Key Features and Benefits
- Real Cheddar Cheese: Delivers an authentic, rich and tangy cheese flavour.
- Multi-Stable Formula: Use in a microwave, hob, or bain-marie without splitting.
- Vegetarian Certified: Confidently cater to a much wider customer base.
- Gluten-Free: Perfect for creating coeliac-friendly and inclusive menu options.
- Halal Certified: Meets specific dietary requirements for broader appeal.
- Ready to Use: Massively cuts down on kitchen prep time and labour.
- 1 Litre Carton: A convenient, easy-to-store size for professional kitchens.
- Incredibly Versatile: Perfect for pasta, nachos, loaded fries, and vegetable dishes.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Macphie
- SKU: KA114
- Pack Size: 1 Litre
- Weight: 1.07kg
- Dietary Information: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Halal Certified
- Heat Stability: Microwave, Hob, Kettle, Bain-Marie, Hot Cabinet-Stable
- Primary Use: Sauce for pasta, fish, vegetables, nachos and more
Expert Review and Insights
Macphie’s sauce is a real back-of-house hero. It’s one of those products that genuinely makes service easier. The flavour is authentically cheesy, not synthetic, and its ability to hold its temperature and texture in a bain-marie without forming a skin is a massive plus for any busy kitchen operation.
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- Performance: Genuinely cheesy taste and holds its smooth consistency perfectly under heat.
- Ergonomics: The carton can be a bit awkward to pour from when full.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The Pie & Pint in York needed a reliable, gluten-free cheese sauce to streamline their popular 'Cheesy Chip Butty' special, which was causing bottlenecks during the lunch rush.
"Making a proper cheese sauce from scratch is time-consuming, and consistency was always an issue. The Macphie sauce is spot-on every single time. It's saved my chefs a massive headache and our customers love the flavour."
Robert Finch – Proprietor
The pub was able to serve customers faster during peak hours, increasing their lunch service capacity by an estimated 20%.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Using Your Sauce
- Shake the carton vigorously before opening to ensure a smooth consistency.
- To heat on the hob, pour into a saucepan and warm gently, stirring occasionally. Do not boil.
- For microwave use, pour into a microwave-safe container and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring in between.
- This sauce holds perfectly in a bain-marie or hot cabinet set to a gentle serving temperature (around 65°C).
Keeping It Fresh
- Before opening, store the carton in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Once opened, the sauce must be kept refrigerated.
- For best quality and flavour, consume within 3 days of opening.
- Ensure the carton is securely folded over or the contents are transferred to an airtight container in the fridge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this sauce actually made with real cheese?
A: Yes, the Macphie KA114 cheese sauce is made with real cheddar cheese, which gives it a genuinely rich and authentic flavour.
Q: Can I serve this to my vegetarian customers?
A: Absolutely. This commercial cheddar cheese sauce is fully certified as suitable for vegetarians.
Q: Is it safe for customers with a gluten allergy?
A: Yes, it is certified gluten-free, making it a safe and reliable option for customers with coeliac disease or gluten intolerance.
Q: Is this product Halal?
A: Yes, it is Halal certified, allowing you to cater for a wider range of dietary and religious requirements.
Q: What is the best way to heat it?
A: It's incredibly versatile. You can heat it gently on the hob, in the microwave, or hold it at temperature in a bain-marie or hot cabinet.
Q: How long does it last once opened?
A: Once opened, it should be kept refrigerated and consumed within three days for the best quality and food safety.
Q: Will the sauce go lumpy or split when I heat it?
A: No, it's specifically designed to be stable under heat, maintaining its smooth, creamy texture without splitting or forming a skin.
Q: What dishes does it work best with?
A: It's fantastic with almost anything! Try it on pasta, nachos, loaded fries, jacket potatoes, fish, or steamed vegetables.
The Macphie Promise: Consistency in Every Carton
For decades, Macphie has been a trusted partner to chefs and caterers across the UK, known for creating products that solve real kitchen problems. This cheese sauce isn't just an ingredient; it's a guarantee of consistency. It eliminates the variables of making a complex sauce from scratch—no more lumps, no more splitting, and no more flavour variations between batches. This reliability translates directly into tangible business benefits: faster ticket times, significantly reduced food waste from spoiled batches, and happier customers who get the same delicious dish every time they visit. Choosing this bulk cheese sauce for chefs is a smart operational decision that protects your kitchen's workflow and your establishment's reputation for quality, one cheesy dish at a time.
Explore more from MacphieWhy a Bain-Marie Stable Sauce Is a Kitchen Essential
Ever made a beautiful, creamy sauce only for it to split or develop a thick, unappetizing skin after sitting on the heat for twenty minutes? That's where a 'bain-marie stable' or 'hot-cabinet-stable' sauce comes in. This technical term simply means it’s been expertly formulated to withstand being held at a warm temperature for long periods without losing its quality.
Think of it like the difference between a standard car tyre and an all-weather tyre. The all-weather tyre is designed to perform reliably in a wide range of conditions, and this sauce does the same for your kitchen. Whether it's a quick blast in the microwave for one order or sitting patiently in a bain-marie through a two-hour service, it maintains its perfect, smooth, and creamy texture. This gives you consistency you can trust and one less thing to worry about during a hectic shift.
Who Should Buy This?
- Busy Restaurants: A perfect way to quickly create delicious mac 'n' cheese or loaded fries for your menu.
- Mobile Caterers: This stable, easy-to-transport catering cheese sauce carton is ideal for festivals and events.
- Pubs & Bars: The ultimate, no-fuss topping for crowd-pleasing nachos, chips, and gourmet hot dogs.
- Cafés & Bistros: Effortlessly elevate jacket potatoes, sandwiches, or daily specials with a splash of cheesy goodness.
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