Quick and Easy Nacho Cheese Recipe

Quick and Easy Nacho Cheese Recipe

from bakingmischief.com
10 min
8 servings

This nacho cheese sauce is sharp and creamy, and everything you ever dreamed of smothering over nachos, veggies, or a giant pretzel.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups (12oz) freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese (*)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 12-ounce can (1 1/2 cups) evaporated milk
  • 2 teaspoons hot sauce (optional)
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (plus more as needed)

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, combine shredded cheese and cornstarch and toss to coat.

  2. 2

    To a medium saucepan, add evaporated milk. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until milk just begins to simmer.

  3. 3

    Remove the milk from heat and stir in the cheese, a large handful at a time, until all the cheese has been incorporated and it has completely melted into the sauce. 

  4. 4

    Add hot sauce, salt, and cayenne, and then taste and add more if needed. Serve over nachos, fries, or steamed vegetables and enjoy!