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5 Minute Nacho Cheese Sauce 🧀

A quick and delicious homemade nacho cheese sauce, perfect for dipping or drizzling over your favorite dishes.
Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 314 kcal

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
  • 2 cups Freshly Grated Colby Jack Cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch

Instructions
 

  • Start by gently heating the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat. Make sure not to let it boil.
  • Once the cream is warm, add your freshly grated Colby Jack cheese along with the paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, and cornstarch.
  • Whisk the mixture continuously for about 3 to 5 minutes. Keep stirring until the sauce is perfectly thick and creamy to prevent any sticking or burning.
  • Serve your quick and delicious homemade nacho cheese sauce immediately with tortilla chips, over your favorite nachos, tacos, quesadillas, or even steamed vegetables for a healthy twist!

Notes

Serve this quick and delicious homemade nacho cheese sauce immediately with tortilla chips, over your favorite nachos, tacos, quesadillas, or even steamed vegetables for a healthy twist!
Nutrition Information (per serving):
Calories: 314
Total Carbs: 4g
Net Carbs: 3.9g
Fats: 28g
Protein: 12g
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