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Santa Maria Pail Cheese Sauce

Santa Maria Pail Cheese Sauce

Santa Maria Pail Cheese Sauce is a creamy and flavorful dip that complements many dishes, especially nachos. Now let's check out its recipe guide.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Dinner, Sauce
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ Cups Cheddar Cheese Grated
  • 1 Cup Whole Milk
  • 2 Tbsp Butter
  • 1½ Tbsp All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 Tsp Paprika
  • 1/2 Tsp Salt
  • 1/4 Tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 Tbsp Jalapeño/Green Chili Optional

Method
 

  1. First, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add flour to it and whisk to form a roux.
  2. Gradually add milk and stir the mixture until it becomes smooth.
  3. Reduce the heat and add cheese to the saucepan. Sit it until the butter melts.
  4. Add garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and jalapeños if using them.
  5. Stir everything well. When the sauce becomes thick, take the saucepan out the stove and serve the sauce immediately.