Wyze_acre OP t1_iy1s0dv wrote on November 28, 2022 at 2:17 AM

I’m not sure what you mean by sauce break, sorry.

someguyinmemphis t1_iy20eht wrote on November 28, 2022 at 3:26 AM

A sauce “breaking” is just the sauce separating into two components rather than being one cohesive liquid. Generally the fats or water will separate, giving you an oily mess rather than a typical sauce. Can be fixed by adding a bit more liquid if it isn’t completely broken though! A little water or even an ice cube can save a sauce from the brink!

Wyze_acre OP t1_iy20nti wrote on November 28, 2022 at 3:28 AM

Thanks. I figured from context it might be something like that. Thoughtful that you took the time to reply and explain. 🙂

AnachronismEnsues t1_iy1rl86 wrote on November 28, 2022 at 2:14 AM

Almost looks like a slurry wasn’t used.

TitaniumCarrot t1_iy1ronj wrote on November 28, 2022 at 2:14 AM

Op said he used a roux

dragonmom1 t1_iy1s87q wrote on November 28, 2022 at 2:19 AM

If you're talking about the white bits, that's Parmesan.

Wyze_acre OP t1_iy1sndy wrote on November 28, 2022 at 2:22 AM

I think most of the white bits are unmelted pieces of cotija. It comes out of the bag like a powdery, mealy type of dry cheese.

dragonmom1 t1_iy3d201 wrote on November 28, 2022 at 1:09 PM

Thank you for clarifying! I've never used that particular cheese but of course have used parm. :)

TitaniumCarrot t1_iy1sav5 wrote on November 28, 2022 at 2:19 AM

That makes sense. I was also wondering about how it looks watery.

Wyze_acre OP t1_iy1u485 wrote on November 28, 2022 at 2:34 AM

I thinned it too much

[Homemade] Chickpeas and green chilies and cilantro with cheese sauce - instead of macaroni.

TitaniumCarrot t1_iy1pyl1 wrote on November 28, 2022 at 2:01 AM