Nacho Bar Recipe
Tortilla chips with cheese sauce and assorted toppings.
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Ingredients
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Chips
Cheese Sauce
Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Tortilla Chips
Arrange the tortilla chips in a serving platter, ensuring they are evenly spread out for easy topping.
Cheese Sauce
- 2
Make the Cheese Sauce
In a medium saucepan, combine the cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and milk over medium heat. Stir until melted and smooth.
- 3
Thicken the Sauce
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry. Gradually add this to the cheese mixture while stirring continuously until thickened.
- 4
Season the Sauce
Stir in paprika and salt to taste. Remove from heat and keep warm.
Assembling the Nacho Bar
- 5
Add Toppings
Set out bowls of the assorted toppings: sliced jalapeños, diced tomatoes, chopped green onions, sour cream, guacamole, and chopped cilantro next to the tortilla chips.
- 6
Serve
Pour the warm cheese sauce over the chips or serve it on the side for dipping. Allow guests to customize their nachos with their favorite toppings.
