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  • Question
    In a casserole, is it better to use shredded or sliced cheese?
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    Shredded, so it will melt evenly.
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    After you melt cheddar cheese will it get hard later?
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    As it cools, it will harden. To keep the cheese at a melted consistency, it needs to be exposed to low heat for short intervals.
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    If I want to cut the cheese into cubes before melting it, how big should the cubes be?
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    Try to cut the cubes as small as you can so they'll melt more easily. I suggest making them the size of dice, if not a little bit smaller.
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    What should I do if I were to use it for a sandwich?
    Community Answer
    Melt it on the meat/bread. After that you could add fresh vegetables and any sauces you want.
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    Can I melt cheese and make nacho sauce in a slow cooker and then keep it warm in the cooker?
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    Yes, you definitely can. Just make sure you keep it on the "warm" setting, as the cheese will burn and harden if the temperature is too high.
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    How do I melt cheddar cheese without a microwave?
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    You can use a double boiler, a slow cooker, a steamer and others. Or follow the steps above.
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