How to Prepare Perfect Homemade Nacho Queso Cheese Dip

Homemade Nacho Queso Cheese Dip.

You can have Homemade Nacho Queso Cheese Dip using 9 ingredients and 3 steps. Here is how you cook it.

Ingredients of Homemade Nacho Queso Cheese Dip

1. Prepare 8 oz of block good quality sharp cheddar cheese, shredded yourself.
2. It's 12 oz of evaporated milk.
3. You need 1 Tbsp of Cornstarch.
4. You need 1 tsp of Garlic Powder.
5. Prepare 1 tsp of Onion Powder.
6. It's 1/2 tsp of ground cumin.
7. Prepare 1/4-1/8 tsp of cayenne pepper, depending on desired heat.
8. Prepare of Optional: Milk for thinning sauce.
9. It's of Optional: Toppings as desired (Avocado, diced Peppers, cilantro.

Homemade Nacho Queso Cheese Dip step by step

1. Off heat, place all ingredients in a medium saucepan and stir to combine well. Be sure cornstarch is fully dissolved. Turn heat on medium and stir until mixture is completely melted and smooth. Adjust seasonings to taste, if needed. If needed, thin out sauce with a splash of milk and whisk to incorporate..
2. Keep sauce warm to serve (a small fondue pot or occasional microwaving/stirring will do the trick.) Sauce will thicken some as it cools but should remain soft..
3. Notes: Leftover dip can be stored in airtight container in fridge for a few days. Simply microwave or reheat on stovetop, stirring with a bit more milk if needed. It's important to shred your own cheese from a good block of cheddar. The additives found in pre-shredded bags of cheese will affect your results..

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