Description
A creamy cheese sauce with a kick from jalapeños.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 0 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 0 teaspoons salt
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped jalapeños (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Gradually pour in the milk while whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
- Continue stirring until the mixture thickens, about 3–4 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in both cheeses until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt, cayenne, and optional jalapeños. Stir to combine.
- Serve immediately or keep warm until ready to use.
Notes
- Adjust jalapeños according to spice preference.
- Great for nachos, tacos, or as a dip.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauces
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cheese sauce, jalapeños, creamy, easy recipe