Nacho Cheese Sauce Recipe

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    15 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    332 kcal

  • Course

    Appetizer

  • Cuisine

    American

Nacho Cheese Sauce Recipe

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Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese grated
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Whisk in the flour until smooth and cook for about 1 minute until it starts to turn golden.
  3. Gradually add the milk, whisking continuously, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to low and stir in the grated cheese, salt, and cayenne pepper. Continue stirring until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
  5. Serve warm with your favorite nachos, vegetables, or as a dip for other snacks.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 332kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 16g (32%) Fat 27g (42%) Saturated Fat 16g (80%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 79mg (26%) Sodium 540mg (23%) Potassium 142mg (4%) Fiber 0.1g (0%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 868IU (17%) Vitamin C 0.05mg (0%) Calcium 478mg (48%) Iron 0.3mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 332 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 332kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 16g 32%
Fat 27g 42%
Saturated Fat 16g 80%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 79mg 26%
Sodium 540mg 23%
Potassium 142mg 3%
Fiber 0.1g 0%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 868IU 17%
Vitamin C 0.05mg 0%
Calcium 478mg 48%
Iron 0.3mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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