Easy and Delicious Instant Pot Cheddar Cheese Sauce

This homemade Instant Pot Cheddar Cheese Sauce is quick, easy, and incredibly delicious. Made with simple ingredients like cheddar cheese, butter, milk, and spices, this creamy cheese sauce is perfect for nachos, mac and cheese, cheeseburgers, and more. With the help of the Instant Pot, you can have this cheesy goodness ready in just a few minutes. Say goodbye to store-bought cheese sauces and impress your family and friends with this homemade version.

Ingredients

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Step 1: Start by setting up your Instant Pot. Make sure the sealing ring is properly in place and the inner pot is clean.
2. Step 2: Add the butter to the Instant Pot and press the sauté button. Adjust the heat level to 'low' and melt the butter completely.
3. Step 3: Once the butter is melted, add the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to the Instant Pot. Stir well to combine the spices with the butter.
4. Step 4: Pour in the milk and give everything a good stir. Allow the milk to warm up for a couple of minutes.
5. Step 5: Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese to the Instant Pot, stirring constantly until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
6. Step 6: Once the cheese is fully melted, turn off the sauté function on the Instant Pot and let the cheese sauce sit for a minute or two to thicken slightly.
7. Step 7: Give the cheese sauce a final stir and taste for seasoning. Adjust the salt and pepper if needed.
8. Step 8: Serve the Instant Pot Cheddar Cheese Sauce hot with your favorite nachos, pasta, vegetables, or any other dish that calls for a delicious cheese sauce.
9. Step 9: Enjoy!

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