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nacho cheese sauce

A creamy and spicy homemade nacho cheese sauce perfect for dipping and drizzling over chips, nachos, or tacos.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 0.75 cups milk
  • 3 ounces cream cheese
  • 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce optional

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium sauce pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Sprinkle the cornstarch on top, and whisk to combine. Let the butter mixture cook for 30 seconds while stirring.
  2. Slowly whisk in the milk, and continue whisking until well combined and hot.
  3. Add the cream cheese, and stir until melted.
  4. Add the cheddar, and stir until melted.
  5. Take the pan off of the heat, and stir in the paprika and chili powder.
  6. Add hot sauce, a teaspoon at a time, until it reaches your preferred level of spiciness, optional.
  7. Serve while still hot.

Notes

This cheese sauce is perfect for dipping or drizzling over nachos and tacos. Customize the spice level to your preference!