Description
Indulge in the richest, creamiest queso dip you’ve ever tasted with this recipe. Perfect for parties or a cozy night in, this Tex-Mex inspired cheese dip is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles (such as Rotel)
- 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Seasonings and Extras:
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 jalapeño finely chopped (optional for heat)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Melt Butter and Cook Aromatics: In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until soft. Stir in garlic.
- Add Tomatoes and Milk Mixture: Add diced tomatoes with green chiles, then pour in a mixture of cornstarch and evaporated milk. Cook until thickened.
- Stir in Cheeses and Seasonings: Gradually add cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, stirring until melted. Add chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and jalapeño if desired.
- Finish and Serve: Simmer the queso, then remove from heat. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve warm with tortilla chips.
Notes
- For a spicier version, consider adding hot diced green chiles or pepper jack cheese.
- Keep queso warm in a slow cooker for extended serving periods.
- This queso makes a delicious topping for nachos, tacos, or baked potatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
