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Make the queso
Combine the cheddar, milk or half-and-half, and jalapeños in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir in the onion powder and garlic powder.
Microwave at 50% power for 3 minutes total cooking time, stopping and stirring thoroughly every 30 seconds—six intervals. Stirring adds to the elapsed time. Watch the cheese as it melts; microwaves vary.
Stir thoroughly between short microwave intervals. Stir until combined. Add a little more milk or half-and-half, gradually, until the queso reaches your preferred consistency. Serve warm immediately.
Warm jalapeño queso, ready to spoon over the chips.
Build your nachos
Arrange your favorite tortilla chips in a serving bowl or on a platter.
Matty’s favorite chips for a bowl of loaded nachos. Spoon the warm jalapeño queso over the chips.
Add salsa, sour cream, guacamole, and sliced scallions to taste. Serve immediately while the chips are crisp and the queso is warm.
Matty’s kitchen note
Matty’s chip pick: Laurie’s Buffalo Gourmet Premium White Corn Tortilla Chips—“the best I’ve ever had!” Use your own favorite sturdy tortilla chips, and make the toppings your own.
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