Description
This pourable nacho cheese sauce is ultra creamy, rich, and perfect for dipping, drizzling, or devouring by the spoonful. Quick to make and full of bold flavor, it’s the ultimate party dip or snack companion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, freshly grated
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Set your saucepan over medium-low heat so it’s ready to go.
- Combine Ingredients: Melt butter, then whisk in flour to make a smooth roux. Cook 1–2 minutes without browning.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Gradually whisk in the milk, keeping the mixture smooth.
- Assemble the Dish: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese one handful at a time until fully melted.
- Cook to Perfection: Reduce heat, add salt, paprika, and garlic powder, and whisk until smooth.
- Finishing Touches: Adjust thickness with a splash of milk if needed. Taste and season.
- Serve and Enjoy: Pour into a bowl and serve hot with chips or your favorite dippers.
Notes
- Use freshly grated cheese for the smoothest sauce.
- Keep heat low to prevent curdling or separation.
- Add a pinch of cayenne for heat if desired.
- Reheat gently with a bit of milk to revive texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg