Description
A creamy and cheesy dip with a kick, perfect for parties or as a flavorful sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 ounces American cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons pickled jalapeño juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter completely.
- Whisk in the flour and stir for about one minute to cook out the raw flavor.
- Slowly whisk in the milk until smooth and slightly thickened, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and gradually add the American and cheddar cheeses. Stir until melted and smooth.
- Stir in jalapeño juice, salt, and garlic powder. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve warm as a dip or sauce. Reheat with a splash of milk to maintain texture.
Notes
- This dip can also be used as a sauce over nachos or pasta.
- To make it spicier, add more jalapeño juice or chopped jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg