Description
Smooth, creamy, and slightly spicy, this white cheese queso dip tastes like it came straight from your favorite Mexican restaurant.
Ingredients
- 1 pound white, deli-sliced American cheese
- ⅔ cup milk or half-and-half
- 3–4 tablespoons canned, chopped green chiles or jalapeños
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chipotle powder (optional)
Instructions
- Chop cheese into small pieces for even melting.
- Heat milk in a medium saucepan over low-medium heat.
- Gradually add cheese to milk, stirring constantly until smooth.
- Stir in green chiles or jalapeños, cumin, and optional chipotle powder.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and serve warm with chips, veggies, or tacos.
Notes
- Stir constantly while melting cheese to prevent clumps.
- Adjust spice level by adding more jalapeños or chipotle powder.
- Keep warm on low heat if serving over an extended period.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes