Mexican Cheese Sauce

5m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
20m
Ready In

Recipe: #31101

December 14, 2018



"This is a basic recipe that you can adapt with your favorite seasonings. The sauce goes well with meat and with egg dishes, or as a hot dip for tortillas chips. Adapted from María Teresa Bermúdez' Mexican Family Favorites cookbook."

Original is 4 servings

Nutritional

  • Serving Size: 1 (124.9 g)
  • Calories 361
  • Total Fat - 31.2 g
  • Saturated Fat - 9.6 g
  • Cholesterol - 33.3 mg
  • Sodium - 573.7 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate - 4.8 g
  • Dietary Fiber - 0.6 g
  • Sugars - 2.6 g
  • Protein - 16.5 g
  • Calcium - 535.8 mg
  • Iron - 0.6 mg
  • Vitamin C - 68.8 mg
  • Thiamin - 0.1 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Melt cheese in hot oil and add seasonings.

Step 2

Add chiles, vinegar and milk slowly, while stirring. Heat to a bubbly boil.

Tips


No special items needed.

Editorial Notes

The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.


  • When selecting the cheese, choose a variety that melts easily, like cheddar, Monterey jack, or mozzarella.
  • For the green chiles, you can choose either canned or fresh. If using canned, look for a brand without preservatives or additives.

  • Substitute feta cheese for colby cheddar cheese - Feta cheese has a tangy flavor that will add a unique kick to the cheese sauce. This would be a great substitution for those looking to add more flavor to the dish.
  • Substitute almond milk for evaporated milk - Almond milk is a great dairy-free alternative to evaporated milk. It has a slightly nutty flavor that will add a subtle depth of flavor to the cheese sauce.

Spicy Cheese Sauce Increase the paprika to 1 teaspoon and add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the recipe.



Mexican Cheese Enchiladas - This classic Mexican dish combines the delicious Mexican cheese sauce with tortillas, cheese, and your favorite fillings. The cheese sauce adds a creamy and flavorful touch to the enchiladas, making them the perfect accompaniment to this Mexican cheese sauce.


: Mexican Rice:

: Mexican Rice is a delicious side dish that is perfect for pairing with Mexican Cheese Enchiladas. It is made with long grain white rice, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and cilantro, and is cooked in a flavorful broth. The combination of these ingredients creates a flavorful and aromatic dish that pairs perfectly with the cheese enchiladas.




FAQ

Q: How much cheese is used in this recipe?

A: 2 cups of grated colby cheddar cheese is used in this recipe.



Q: What type of cheese is used in this recipe?

A: This recipe calls for 2 cups of grated colby cheddar cheese.

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Fun facts:

This recipe was adapted from María Teresa Bermúdez' Mexican Family Favorites cookbook. María Teresa Bermúdez was a Mexican cookbook author who wrote one of the first Mexican cookbooks in English in the mid-20th century.

This type of cheese sauce is a popular topping for many Mexican dishes, including nachos. The dish was popularized in the United States by the Mexican-American singer Selena Quintanilla-Perez, who was known for her love of nachos with cheese sauce.