Description
A creamy and delicious cheesy dip perfect for tortilla chips, tacos, and nachos.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons American cheese, cubed
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until it begins to bubble.
- Whisk the cornstarch into the butter until fully dissolved and slightly thickened.
- Pour in the evaporated milk and whisk to combine. Heat the mixture until just steaming, but not boiling.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese and American cheese in small batches, whisking continuously until melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Season with salt, hot sauce, and cayenne pepper. Stir to combine and adjust seasonings to taste.
- Serve warm as a dip for tortilla chips or drizzle over tacos and nachos.
Notes
- For a spicier dip, increase the amount of cayenne pepper.
- This dip can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg