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Creamy Velveeta Nacho Cheese Sauce Recipe

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This creamy and spicy Nacho Cheese sauce is perfect for dipping or drizzling over your favorite chips. Made from a buttery roux base combined with Velveeta cheese and seasoned with chili powder, garlic powder, and optional jalapenos and cayenne pepper, it offers a rich, flavorful, and smooth cheese dip that’s easy to prepare on the stovetop.

Ingredients

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Cheese Sauce Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon jarred jalapenos, minced (optional)
  • Pinch cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Melt Butter: In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, add the butter and allow it to melt completely, preparing the base for the sauce.
  2. Make Roux: Whisk in the flour to the melted butter to form a roux, stirring continuously until a smooth paste forms without any lumps. This will help thicken the cheese sauce.
  3. Add Milk: Slowly whisk in the milk gradually to the roux to combine it evenly and create a smooth mixture for the cheese sauce.
  4. Incorporate Cheese and Spices: Add the cubed Velveeta cheese, chili powder, garlic powder, and optional minced jalapenos to the saucepan. Whisk continuously until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is heated through evenly.
  5. Season with Cayenne: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper if you desire extra heat, and stir well to blend all the flavors.
  6. Serve Warm: Remove from heat and serve the nacho cheese warm with chips or use as a dip or topping for your favorite dishes.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, increase the jalapenos or cayenne pepper to taste.
  • Velveeta cheese melts smoothly and is ideal for this recipe, but you can substitute with processed cheese for a similar texture.
  • Use whole milk for a creamier sauce; low-fat milk will result in a thinner consistency.
  • If the sauce becomes too thick, thin it out by whisking in a little additional milk.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture as cheese sauce thickens upon standing.

Keywords: nacho cheese sauce, cheese dip, Velveeta cheese dip, easy cheese sauce, spicy nacho cheese

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