Nacho Cheese Sauce Recipe

Recipe By The Spruce Eats

Nacho cheese sauce has a permanent place at stadiums and movie theaters for the obvious reason that its a surefire crowd-pleaser that sells, sells, sells. Statistically speaking, the odds are very good that if you have opposable thumbs and can easily digest lactose, you also love nacho cheese sauce. This recipe is based on bchamel, one of the so-called mother sauces of classical french cuisine and the base for dishes like mac and cheese, lasagna, and pommes dauphinoise. You didnt expect nacho cheese to be quite so sophisticated, did you?This sauce is quite simple to make. Just dont overcook it, because it may thicken too much and separate. If youre in doubt about the texture, err on the side of thin by whisking in a little hot water until you reach the desired viscosity. You don't want a gloppy sauce. This is a fabulous dish to make for parties and potlucks, as long as it can be kept warm throughout service. Because its so quick and easy, it also makes a lovely weeknight treat. Keep it healthy with additions like grilled chicken and black beans, or indulge by slathering it on homemade french fries. You can even use it as a veggie dip, which might just sell your stubborn carb-addicted children on those carrots and broccoli you're always pushing.

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15minstotal
5minsPrep
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Ingredients for Nacho Cheese Sauce Recipe

  • 0.33 tablespoon Butter
  • 0.33 tablespoon All purpose flour
  • 0.17 cup Whole milk
  • 1.33 ounce Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Grated
  • As required Cayenne pepper, to taste
Nutrition
value
154
calories per serving
10 g Fat12 g Protein4 g Carbs< 1 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    10g
  • Protein
    12g
  • Carbs
    4g
  • Fiber
    < 1g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    4g
  • Protein
    12g
  • Fiber
    < 1g

Fats

  • Fat
    10g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    396mg
  • Iron
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin A
    61mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    12mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    2mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    19mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    260mg
  • Selenium
    7mcg
  • Zinc
    2mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By The Spruce Eats