A creamy and delicious nacho cheese sauce perfect for topping nachos or as a dip.

Prep Time
5min
Cook Time
15min
Total Time
20min
Nacho Cheese Sauce recipe

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1/4 cup)
  • 2tbsp
    butter
  • 2tbsp
    all-purpose flour
  • 1cup
    milk
  • 7piece
    processed American cheese
  • 1/2tsp
    salt

How to make Nacho Cheese Sauce

  1. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

  2. Whisk in flour until a paste forms.

  3. Pour in milk and stir until the mixture thickens.

  4. Add cheese and salt; cook and stir until the cheese has melted, about 15 minutes.

Tips & Tricks

  1. For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños.

  2. Use freshly grated cheese for a smoother sauce.

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Genesis Gaerlan

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