Who doesn’t love a warm, creamy nacho cheese sauce? It’s the ultimate comfort food and perfect for a quick snack, party dip, or a topping for your favorite dishes. The best part? You can make this nacho cheese sauce from scratch in just a few minutes with ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. Here’s how!
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Who doesn’t love a warm, creamy nacho cheese sauce? It’s the ultimate comfort food and perfect for a quick snack, party dip, or a topping for your favorite dishes. The best part? You can make this nacho cheese sauce from scratch in just a few minutes with ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. Here’s how!
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoon cumin
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 12 ounces canned evaporated milk
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 8 ounces shredded sharp cheddar or velveeta
- 1/4 cup milk see note
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce salt to taste
- 1/2 cup chopped dill pickles (optional)
Instructions:
• Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. If using pickles or onion and jalapeños, cook for 3-5 minutes
• Add the garlic, cumin, chili powder, and onion powder and cook for 30 seconds more.
• Add the evaporated milk and cream cheese to the pan and cook, stirring over medium heat until the cream cheese has melted, about 5 minutes.
• Reduce heat to low and add the shredded cheese or velveeta, whisking constantly, until the cheese has been added and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
• Add additional milk as desired to reach the consistency you prefer. Season with hot sauce and salt to taste.
Tips & Variations:
- Make it Spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or some chopped jalapeños to the sauce for a spicy kick.
- Customize Your Cheese: While cheddar is a classic choice, feel free to experiment with other cheeses like Monterey Jack, Colby, or even a smoky Gouda.
- Storage: Store any leftover nacho cheese sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a little milk if needed to restore the creamy texture.
Ingredients
Method
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. If using pickles or onion and jalapeños, cook for 3-5 minutes
- Add the garlic, cumin, chili powder, and onion powder and cook for 30 seconds more.
- Add the evaporated milk and cream cheese to the pan and cook, stirring over medium heat until the cream cheese has melted, about 5 minutes.Enjoy!