Description
This easy homemade nacho cheese is creamy, delicious, and perfect for gatherings or casual movie nights. Packed with flavor, it’s a comfort food favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the milk, stirring gently until warmed through.
- Sprinkle in the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring continuously until melted.
- Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasonings to taste.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips or as a topping for nachos.
Notes
For a spicier version, substitute cheddar with pepper jack. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: nacho cheese, easy recipe, comfort food, vegetarian, appetizers