Cheesy Nacho Dip (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter.
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour.
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1 cup full-fat milk.
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8 ounces meltable cheese (Velveeta or sharp cheddar).
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2-3 tablespoons brine from pickled jalapenos.
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Small dash of salt (if needed).
# Instructions:
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Warm up a pot over medium flame and drop in the butter. Let it fully soften and turn liquid before moving forward.
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With butter now melted, add your flour gradually. Keep stirring for about 2-3 minutes until you get a smooth, slightly toasty-smelling mixture.
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Slowly add milk while continuously mixing to blend with your base. Let it warm up until you see tiny bubbles forming around the sides.
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Turn down the heat. Add cheese in small batches, stirring non-stop until everything's melted into a silky, uniform sauce.
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Mix in the jalapeno brine for a kick of flavor. You can toss in some actual jalapeno bits too if you want more zing.
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Give it a taste and add salt if you think it needs it. Serve right away with corn chips for the perfect snack time treat!.
# Notes:
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You'll end up with roughly 2 cups of cheesy goodness, enough for 8 people to enjoy as a snack.
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For the creamiest results, don't substitute the full-fat milk or skimp on quality cheese.
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Want more spice? Throw in some diced pickled jalapenos for extra punch.