Homemade American Cheese

Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Whisk in the sodium citrate until fully dissolved.

Pour in the heavy cream and heat, whisking constantly, until hot.

Add the grated cheese in small handfulls, whisking until each addition melts before adding the next.

Whisk until the mixture is completely smooth, thick, and velvety.

Pour the cheese sauce immediately into a tall food-safe container.

Refrigerate until completely chilled, firm, and set.

Then 120 min of waiting

Unmold the block of cheese and slice using a cheese wire or knife.