Description
Bring the bold, creamy magic of Taco Bell right to your kitchen with this irresistible Nacho Cheese Sauce. Perfect for dipping, drizzling, or devouring by the spoonful, this easy recipe uses everyday ingredients to recreate that iconic fast-food flavor. Whether you’re planning a quick snack, a game-day spread, or a crowd-pleasing party dip, this smooth and spicy cheese sauce is your ticket to instant comfort. Great for easy dinner sides, cheesy appetizers, and snack-time food ideas. It’s a must for any collection of quick, delicious, and easy recipes.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup Velveeta cheese, cubed
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1 tablespoon pickled jalapeño juice
4 to 5 pickled jalapeño slices
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
pinch of salt (to taste)
Instructions
1. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over low heat.
2. Add cubed Velveeta and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until melted.
3. Slowly stir in evaporated milk until the sauce is smooth and pourable.
4. Mix in pickled jalapeño slices and juice, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
5. Blend the sauce for extra smoothness, if desired.
6. Serve warm with chips, pretzels, or your favorite Tex-Mex dish.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
To reheat, stir gently over low heat with a splash of milk to maintain creaminess.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: nacho cheese sauce, Taco Bell copycat, easy dip recipe, cheesy dip, party snacks