Nacho Cheese Sauce
A creamy, flavorful nacho cheese sauce that’s perfect for dipping chips or drizzling over your favorite Mexican dishes. This easy homemade sauce combines cheese and spices for an irresistible snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until it begins to bubble.
- Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until it forms a smooth roux, taking care not to brown it.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, continuing until the mixture thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese until fully melted and smooth.
- Add chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt, stirring to combine.
- If using, stir in the finely chopped jalapeño for a spicy kick.
- Remove from heat and serve warm with tortilla chips or as a topping for nachos, tacos, or baked potatoes.
Notes
For a smoother sauce, use freshly shredded cheese instead of pre-shredded. You can also adjust spice levels by adding more chili powder or jalapeño according to taste.
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