Tuesday, September 8, 2009

Nacho Cheese Sauce

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk (I used whole since I wasn't sure how skim would do)
7 slices processed American cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and stir in flour. Pour in the milk and stir until the mixture thickens. Stirring constantly, mix in cheese and salt. Continue to cook and stir until cheese has melted and all ingredients are well blended, about 15 minutes. If you'd like to add spice, you can add some tabasco sauce as well as chili powder.

(from allrecipes.com)

1 comment:

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I am guessing this recipe calls for American cheese to yield a smooth sauce; I prefer using a hard cheese like cheddar, grated in to taste. A cheese like jalapeƱo jack would easily add the flavor usually associated with nachos. These both melt smoothly in the milk sauce.