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Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 15

Homemade Canned Nacho Cheese Sauce Recipe

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

282

Sugar

Fat

24g

Nacho cheese is an American favorite, found as a topping on various snacks like nachos and chips. However, the home-canned version takes the cheese sauce to another level of quality. The recipe is simple and perfect for cheese lovers. The sauce can also be used as a delicious dip or a topping on your favorite food! The recipe makes six quarts of canned cheese sauce and is perfect for family gatherings, football parties, and any occasion suitable for appetizers. The canned sauce is easy to store and can be enjoyed later!

Instructions

1.	Cube the Velveeta cheese and set aside.
2.	In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat, and add jalapenos and pimientos. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
3.	Add milk and heavy cream to the mixture and bring it to a boil.
4.	Reduce heat and mix in the cubed Velveeta cheese while stirring continuously until the cheese melts.
5.	Once the cheese has melted, pour the cheese sauce into sterilized jars and process in a pressure canner for 25 minutes.

PROS

Home-canned nacho cheese sauce is a great addition to any party or family gathering.

The canned sauce can be stored for later use, making it a convenient choice for impromptu planning.

The recipe is easy to follow, doesn’t require many ingredients, and the cheese sauce is chef-quality!

CONS

The recipe is high in fat and calories due to the heavy cream and full-fat Velveeta cheese that’s used.
Overconsumption may result in weight gain and other health problems.

The use of canned sauce should be avoided for people with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The cheese sauce, being rich in fat and calories, is not particularly healthy, but it contains proteins and essential vitamins such as calcium and vitamin D.
It can be enjoyed as an occasional indulgence in moderate quantities.

	6 lbs Velveeta cheese
	3 1/2 cups heavy cream
	1/4 lb butter
	1 quart milk
	jalapeno
	pimiento , to your liking