Homemade Nacho Cheese Sauce
Description
This homemade cheese sauce is perfect for nachos, tortillas, French fries or veggies. It's quick and easy to make and tastes much better than store bought in a jar or a can.
Ingredients
2 T. butter, salted or unsalted
2 T. all-purpose flour
1 c. whole milk
1/4 t. salt
1/8 t. cayenne pepper, or to taste
8 oz. good quality block sharp Cheddar cheese, grated*
Directions
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Melt the butter in a medium size skillet over medium heat.
When the butter has melted, add the flour; whisk until it's combined into a smooth blond paste and starts to bubble around the edges.
Add the milk to the skillet; continue whisking. When the milk has incorporated, raise the heat to high; bring to a boil.
When the milk has reached a boil, lower the heat; reduce to a simmer. Allow the sauce to thicken slightly, about 30 seconds.
Add the cayenne pepper and salt; whisk.
Turn the heat off; remove the skillet from the stovetop**.
Add the cheese; stir, allowing the cheese to melt. When the cheese has completely melted and the mixture smooth, the nacho cheese sauce is done.
Serve immediately, since it will get firm as it sits. It can be kept warm in a small crockpot or a fondue pot, if desired.
Makes about 2 cups, for 4 - 6 servings.
*Store bought pre-shredded cheeses don't melt well because of additives to prevent clumping.