Easy Nacho Cheese Dip
Get ready to wow your taste buds with this Easy Nacho Cheese Dip, a silky and flavorful crowd-pleaser perfect for parties, movie nights, or game-day gatherings. Made from a creamy blend of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, this homemade dip is elevated with the zesty addition of diced green chilies and a medley of spices like garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. The quick 15-minute prep and cook time make it ideal for last-minute entertaining, while its smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture ensures it pairs perfectly with tortilla chips, pretzels, or fresh veggies. Customize the spice level with a dash of cayenne pepper or hot sauce, and watch this cheesy dip become the star of your spread! Perfect for SEO, this recipe offers a quick, easy, and utterly delicious solution for any snacking occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 ounces canned diced green chilies
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoons paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons optional cayenne pepper or hot sauce (for heat)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until fully melted and bubbling.
Add the all-purpose flour to the melted butter and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to create a roux. The mixture should be smooth and lightly golden.
Gradually pour in the milk while whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the mixture thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
Lower the heat to medium-low and slowly stir in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, followed by the Monterey Jack cheese. Add the cheese in small handfuls, stirring after each addition to ensure it melts smoothly.
Once the cheese has fully melted and the mixture is creamy, stir in the canned diced green chilies, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt. If desired, add cayenne pepper or a splash of hot sauce for extra heat.
Continue cooking for 1-2 more minutes, stirring occasionally, until all the ingredients are well combined and the dip is hot.
Remove the pan from the heat and transfer the nacho cheese dip to a serving bowl. Serve immediately with tortilla chips, pretzels, or your favorite dippers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1823 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 139.9 g | 179% | |
| Saturated Fat | 88.0 g | 440% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 452 mg | 151% | |
| Sodium | 3505 mg | 152% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.5 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.7 g | ||
| Protein | 99.9 g | 200% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 2900 mg | 223% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 803 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
