Nacho Cheese Sauce Recipe (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 tbsp of unsalted butter.
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2 tbsp of all-purpose flour.
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1 cup of full-fat milk.
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225 grams of creamy cheese (Emmental or Comté).
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2-3 tbsp of brine from pickled jalapeños.
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A small pinch of salt (optional).
# Instructions:
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In a small pot or saucepan, heat it over medium. Toss in the butter and let it fully melt before you continue.
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When the butter’s melted, add the flour while stirring nonstop. Cook it for a few minutes (2-3) until it’s smooth and smells slightly toasted.
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While stirring, slowly pour in the milk. Let it softly bubble around the edge as it thickens.
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Lower the heat to keep things gentle. Add the cheese bit by bit, stirring after each addition until the sauce turns silky.
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Pour in that jalapeño brine and mix well for a spicy touch. Want more heat? Add some sliced pickled jalapeños if you feel like it.
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Give it a taste and adjust the salt if needed. Serve right away with your favorite chips for some ultimate snack time!
# Notes:
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Makes roughly 2 cups of nacho cheese, enough for 8 snack servings.
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For the smoothest result, go with whole milk and a processed cheese blend.
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If you're into extra spiciness, throw in some chopped-up pickled jalapeños.