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Best Queso Recipe


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  • Author: olivia RECIPES
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: vegetarian

Description

This is the best queso recipe that you’ll ever taste! Creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor, it’s perfect for parties or game day.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk


Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent.
  3. Stir in diced tomatoes, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, and salt.
  4. Reduce heat and add shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese to the mixture.
  5. Pour in the milk and stir until cheese is melted and mixture is smooth.
  6. Remove from heat and serve warm with tortilla chips.

Notes

  • Adjust spices to taste.
  • For a spicier queso, add jalapeños.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg