Best 7 Real Homemade Nacho Cheese Sauce Recipes
Indulge in the cheesy goodness of homemade nacho cheese sauce, a delectable magic that transforms ordinary meals into extraordinary culinary adventures. This creamy, golden delight is a versatile sauce that enhances the flavors of nachos, tacos, quesadillas, and so much more. With its rich, tantalizing taste, it's no wonder that nacho cheese sauce has become a beloved staple in kitchens across the globe. So, grab your apron and gather your ingredients, as we embark on a journey to discover the best recipe for real homemade nacho cheese sauce, promising to elevate your culinary creations to new heights of cheesy perfection.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
NACHO CHEESE SAUCE
Here's a simple cheese sauce to spread over tortilla chips. Add some jalapenos to spice things up a bit.
Provided by MARY ANN PUTMAN
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes Hot Cheese Dip Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and stir in flour. Pour in the milk and stir until the mixture thickens. Stirring constantly, mix in cheese and salt. Continue to cook and stir until cheese has melted and all ingredients are well blended, about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Cholesterol 66.8 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 13.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 1095.4 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
NOT'YO ORDINARY NACHO CHEESE SAUCE
Not happy with any at-home recipes for nacho sauce, I made up my own! A thick, creamy nacho cheese sauce that you will swear came out of a jar. Cheesy, subtly spicy, and bursting with nacho flavor--it rivals any store-bought nacho cheese sauce. Just be sure to save some aside for yourself! Serve warm immediately over or with tortilla chips, on tacos or burritos, or as any other dip.
Provided by Dana H.
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 19m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Whisk in flour to form a thick paste. Whisk in 3/4 cup milk; cook and stir until thickened, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Stir Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and sour cream into milk mixture until smooth, about 1 minute. Add remaining milk, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, and paprika; cook and stir until thickened to sauce consistency, about 5 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.3 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Cholesterol 60.8 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 485.6 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
HOMEMADE NACHO CHEESE SAUCE
This nacho cheese sauce recipe is not cheaper and easier to make at home, but what you lose in cost and quantity, you more than make up for in actual food content.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Sprinkle in 3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon flour. Whisk constantly until the mixture is thick and all the flour is incorporated, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Slowly pour cold milk into the butter mixture, whisking constantly until combined. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in paprika, ground chipotle, ancho chile powder, cayenne pepper, and salt.
- Reduce heat to low and add sharp Cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and Muenster cheese, a handful at a time; stir until thoroughly melted. Season with salt to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.5 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 31.4 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 168.3 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
REAL HOMEMADE NACHO CHEESE SAUCE
Found this recipe on "How to cook like your grandmother" Blog. No Velvetta(yuk) no processed cheese. Real cheese real ingredients. Serve hot as it will set when cool.
Provided by Luchi69
Categories Cheese
Time 25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a heavy bottom sauce pan.
- Stir in the corn starch.
- Add the milk. (regular milk will work also).
- Add cream cheese stir until it's melted and smooth.
- Add the cheddar and stir until it is well melted.
- Add the Monterey Jack and stir again.
- Stir in hot sauce and paprika.
- Enjoy over tortilla chips or veggies.
REAL NACHO CHEESE SAUCE
Great on any Mexican dish. I use any leftover cheese sauce to make enchiladas.
Provided by leeleeb
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Whisk in cornstarch until paste forms, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Whisk in milk gradually until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Simmer until thickened to sauce consistency, about 2 minutes.
- Whisk Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, taco seasoning, and hot sauce into milk mixture until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes more. Add more milk as needed for desired consistency. Keep warm until ready to use.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.9 calories, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Cholesterol 33.2 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 199 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
HOMEMADE NACHO CHEESE SAUCE
This is a revision of a recipe that I found on this site. The former recipe called six pounds of cheese so I broke the recipe down and added other ingredients for flavor. This makes enough for a family of four to six. Regular Velveeta makes a nice sauce for vegetables.
Provided by dbrhnewman
Categories Sauces
Time 13m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place all ingredients together in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave on 30% power or defrost power for approximately 8 minutes, stopping every two to three minutes to stir. Serve with nacho chips or use over vegetables.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 554, Fat 47.5, SaturatedFat 30.4, Cholesterol 168.1, Sodium 1744.2, Carbohydrate 12.9, Sugar 9.1, Protein 19.7
HOMEMADE NACHO CHEESE SAUCE
This was so fast and easy, and it was delicious. I'm glad I doubled this recipe, but I'll post it as written. Recipe courtesy of Fifteen Spatulas.
Provided by AmyZoe
Categories High In...
Time 10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Melt butter in saucepan. Add flour and whisk until combined into paste that bubbles and starts to thicken.
- Add the milk to skillet and continue whisking. Once the milk is incorporated, raise the heat to high and bring to a boil.
- As soon as it boils, lower the heat and reduce to a simmer. Allow the sauce to thicken gently.
- Add the cayenne pepper and salt and whisk to combine.
- Add the cheese and gently stir, allowing the cheese to melt. When the cheese is completely melted and the mixture is smooth in consistency, the nacho cheese sauce is ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.4, Fat 26.6, SaturatedFat 16.8, Cholesterol 81, Sodium 575.1, Carbohydrate 6.7, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 3.4, Protein 16.5
Tips:
- For a smoother sauce, use a blender or immersion blender to combine the ingredients.
- If you don't have any evaporated milk, you can use regular milk instead. Just be sure to add an extra 1/4 cup of shredded cheese.
- To make the sauce spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder.
- For a cheesy sauce, use a combination of cheddar, Monterey Jack, and pepper Jack cheese.
- Serve the sauce immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
This easy nacho cheese sauce recipe is perfect for your next party or game day gathering. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with kids and adults alike. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy appetizer, give this nacho cheese sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!
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