Best 6 Nacho Cheeseless Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Nacho Cheeseless Sauce, a revolutionary dip that redefines the classic. This plant-based sauce is crafted with wholesome ingredients, catering to vegans, those with dairy allergies, and health-conscious individuals seeking a guilt-free indulgence. Our curated collection of recipes offers a delightful range of flavors, from the classic nacho cheeseless sauce to a creamy vegan queso and a spicy buffalo sauce, ensuring there's something for every palate. Dive into the creamy goodness of our signature nacho cheeseless sauce, made with a blend of cashews, nutritional yeast, and spices, offering a rich and cheesy flavor without the dairy. Experience the tangy delight of our tangy vegan queso, featuring a blend of tofu, miso paste, and pickled jalapeños, delivering a zesty kick. For those who crave heat, our spicy buffalo sauce, made with a combination of hot sauce, vinegar, and cayenne pepper, ignites the taste buds with its fiery intensity. With its versatility, the nacho cheeseless sauce transcends its role as a mere dip. It serves as a luscious topping for nachos, tacos, and burritos, a flavorful filling for quesadillas and empanadas, and an irresistible spread for sandwiches and wraps. Explore the boundless possibilities of this dairy-free delight and embark on a culinary adventure like no other.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

NACHO CHEESELESS SAUCE



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This vegan replacement for nacho cheese will be a hit the next time you need a snack or are having a party.It's from the Teen's Vegetarian Cookbook. You can use lemon juice or Dijon mustard if you don't like nutritional yeast.

Provided by BB2011

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 2 cups, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces silken tofu
1/2 cup salsa
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons canned green chilies, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix water and cornstarch.
  • In a blender, puree tofu, salsa, salt, turmeric, and water-cornstarch mixture. Add nutritional yeast.
  • Heat oil in a skillet and make bottom of pan is coated. Pour in tofu mixture and spread to cover pan.
  • Cook tofu mixture on low heat for about 5 minutes, without stirring.
  • Use a wooden spoon or spatula to mix up the tofu, stirring to get a creamy consistency.
  • Pour/scrape sauce into a bowl and serve with any combination of chips, beans, lettuce, and/or tomato.

HOMEMADE NACHO CHEESE SAUCE



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This nacho cheese sauce recipe is not cheaper and easier to make at home, but what you lose in cost and quantity, you more than make up for in actual food content.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 12

¼ cup melted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
3 cups cold milk
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon ground dried chipotle pepper
¼ teaspoon ancho chile powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt to taste
½ pound sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
¼ pound Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
¼ pound Muenster cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Sprinkle in 3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon flour. Whisk constantly until the mixture is thick and all the flour is incorporated, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Slowly pour cold milk into the butter mixture, whisking constantly until combined. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in paprika, ground chipotle, ancho chile powder, cayenne pepper, and salt.
  • Reduce heat to low and add sharp Cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and Muenster cheese, a handful at a time; stir until thoroughly melted. Season with salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.5 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 31.4 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 168.3 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

NOT'YO ORDINARY NACHO CHEESE SAUCE



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Not happy with any at-home recipes for nacho sauce, I made up my own! A thick, creamy nacho cheese sauce that you will swear came out of a jar. Cheesy, subtly spicy, and bursting with nacho flavor--it rivals any store-bought nacho cheese sauce. Just be sure to save some aside for yourself! Serve warm immediately over or with tortilla chips, on tacos or burritos, or as any other dip.

Provided by Dana H.

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 19m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups milk, divided
3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons sour cream
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles (such as Rotel®), drained slightly
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin, or more to taste
1 teaspoon paprika, or more to taste
1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Whisk in flour to form a thick paste. Whisk in 3/4 cup milk; cook and stir until thickened, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Stir Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and sour cream into milk mixture until smooth, about 1 minute. Add remaining milk, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, and paprika; cook and stir until thickened to sauce consistency, about 5 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.3 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Cholesterol 60.8 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 485.6 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

SUPER NACHOS



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This makes a huge meal-sized tray of nachos with lots of good stuff! You can adjust ingredient quantities to suit your preference. Serve with extra chips if required. Great for game day.

Provided by Melanie

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Sparkle

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
¾ cup water
1 (18 ounce) package restaurant-style tortilla chips
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, or more to taste
1 (15.5 ounce) can refried beans
1 cup salsa
1 cup sour cream, or more to taste
1 (10 ounce) can pitted black olives, drained and chopped
4 green onions, diced
1 (4 ounce) can sliced jalapeno peppers, drained

Steps:

  • Cook and stir ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until meat is crumbly and no longer pink, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain excess grease. Stir in taco seasoning mix and water and simmer until beef mixture has thickened, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Spread tortilla chips on the prepared baking sheet; top with Cheddar cheese and dot with refried beans and ground beef mixture.
  • Broil in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, watching carefully to prevent burning, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Top nachos with salsa, sour cream, black olives, green onions, and jalapeno peppers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432.1 calories, Carbohydrate 39.7 g, Cholesterol 44.2 mg, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 1081.2 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

NACHO CHEESE SAUCE



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Here's a simple cheese sauce to spread over tortilla chips. Add some jalapenos to spice things up a bit.

Provided by MARY ANN PUTMAN

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Hot Cheese Dip Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
7 slices processed American cheese
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and stir in flour. Pour in the milk and stir until the mixture thickens. Stirring constantly, mix in cheese and salt. Continue to cook and stir until cheese has melted and all ingredients are well blended, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Cholesterol 66.8 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 13.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 1095.4 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

REAL NACHO CHEESE SAUCE



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Great on any Mexican dish. I use any leftover cheese sauce to make enchiladas.

Provided by leeleeb

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ½ tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon cornstarch
½ cup milk, or more as needed
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons cream cheese
1 teaspoon taco seasoning mix
½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Whisk in cornstarch until paste forms, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Whisk in milk gradually until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Simmer until thickened to sauce consistency, about 2 minutes.
  • Whisk Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, taco seasoning, and hot sauce into milk mixture until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes more. Add more milk as needed for desired consistency. Keep warm until ready to use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.9 calories, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Cholesterol 33.2 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 199 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

Tips:

  • Use a high-quality vegan cheese. This will make a big difference in the flavor and texture of the sauce.
  • If you can't find vegan cheese, you can make your own using cashews or tofu.
  • Be sure to blend the sauce until it is smooth and creamy.
  • Add spices and seasonings to taste. You can use chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, or anything else you like.
  • Serve the sauce with your favorite nacho toppings, such as tortilla chips, salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.

Conclusion:

This nacho cheeseless sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make alternative to traditional nacho cheese sauce. It's perfect for parties, game days, or anytime you're craving a cheesy snack. With its creamy texture and flavorful spices, this sauce is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a nacho cheese sauce that's both delicious and vegan, give this recipe a try.

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