Delicious and Flavorful Homemade Spicy Cheese Sauce for Nachos

This American-style spicy cheese sauce is perfect for drizzling over nachos or dipping with chips. Made with a blend of cheddar cheese, green chilies, jalapenos, and spices, this sauce is sure to add a kick to your favorite snacks.

Ingredients

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 can diced green chilies
• 1/4 cup pickled jalapenos, chopped
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until it forms a paste.
3. Slowly whisk in the milk until smooth and thickened.
4. Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
5. Add the green chilies, jalapenos, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
6. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce is thick and bubbly.
7. Serve hot over nachos or as a dip for chips.

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