Description
Creamy Mexican white queso dip delivers rich, velvety cheese pleasure with authentic southwestern flair. Melted cheese blends perfectly with green chiles and smooth spices, promising delicious dipping experiences for hungry guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Cheese Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) shredded white american cheese
- 4 ounces (113 grams) shredded white cheddar cheese
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
Liquid and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) of half-and-half
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon of chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium temperature, gently sautéing diced onions until they turn soft and translucent, approximately 5 minutes.
- Introduce minced garlic and finely diced jalapeños to the pan, allowing them to release their aromatic essence for 2 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low, carefully stirring in shredded white American cheese and sharp cheddar cheese, gradually blending with of half-and-half cream.
- Maintain constant stirring until cheeses melt completely, creating a silky smooth texture without any lumps.
- Enhance the flavor profile by incorporating ground cumin and chili powder, mixing thoroughly to distribute spices evenly.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper, tasting and modifying to suit personal preference.
- Transfer the velvety queso dip into a serving bowl, garnishing with freshly chopped cilantro leaves or thinly sliced jalapeño rings for an additional flavor dimension.
- Present the warm, creamy dip alongside crispy tortilla chips or preferred dipping accompaniments, ensuring maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- Prep this dip quickly with just a few pantry staples and minimal cooking skills.
- Creamy texture comes from slowly melting cheeses over gentle heat to prevent burning.
- Customize spice levels by adjusting jalapeño quantity or adding extra chili powder.
- Half-and-half creates luxurious smoothness while preventing cheese from becoming grainy.
- Leftovers store well in refrigerator for 3-4 days, reheat gently with splash of milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 305 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg