Jul 14 2026

Nacho Bar Recipe

Time30m
Serves6

Tortilla chips with cheese sauce and assorted toppings.

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Ingredients

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Chips

Cheese Sauce

Toppings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Tortilla Chips

    Arrange the tortilla chips in a serving platter, ensuring they are evenly spread out for easy topping.

Cheese Sauce

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 4

    Season the Sauce

    Stir in paprika and salt to taste. Remove from heat and keep warm.

Assembling the Nacho Bar

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

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