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Creamy Nacho Cheese Dip Recipe

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A creamy, spicy nacho cheese sauce made with Velveeta, perfect for dipping chips or drizzling over nachos. This easy stovetop recipe combines a buttery roux with milk and flavorful spices for a smooth, cheesy dip with an optional kick from jalapeños and cayenne pepper.

Ingredients

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Cheese Sauce

  • 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 jalapeños, minced (optional)
  • Pinch cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Melt Butter: In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, add the butter and melt it completely. This forms the base for your roux.
  2. Make Roux: Whisk in the flour to the melted butter, stirring continuously until a smooth paste forms. This mixture helps thicken the cheese sauce.
  3. Add Milk: Slowly whisk in the milk to the roux, ensuring no lumps form. Keep whisking until the mixture is smooth and starts to thicken slightly.
  4. Incorporate Cheese and Spices: Add the cubed Velveeta cheese, chili powder, garlic powder, and minced jarred jalapeños if using. Whisk continuously until the cheese fully melts and the sauce is creamy and warmed through. Adjust the heat as needed to avoid burning.
  5. Serve: Remove the sauce from heat and serve warm as a dip with your favorite chips or drizzled over nachos.

Notes

  • Use low-fat milk for a lighter sauce if desired.
  • Adjust the amount of jalapeños and cayenne pepper to control spiciness.
  • Velveeta melts smoothly and provides the best texture, but processed cheese alternatives can be used.
  • Keep stirring the sauce to prevent it from sticking or burning at the bottom.
  • This sauce is best served fresh but can be reheated gently on the stovetop.

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

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