Description
This Best Queso Recipe features a creamy, cheesy dip made with white American and pepper jack cheeses, blended with evaporated milk, onions, garlic, and green chiles. Topped with fresh cilantro, diced Roma tomatoes, and pickled jalapeños, it’s perfect for enjoying as a flavorful party appetizer or snack, served warm with tortilla chips.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon Butter
- 1/2 medium Onion (finely diced)
- 1 Garlic clove (finely minced)
- 1 (12-ounce) can Evaporated Milk
- 1 lb. White American Cheese
- 8 ounces Pepper Jack Cheese (freshly grated)
- 4 ounces Diced Green Chiles
- 1/2 lb. Pork or Beef Chorizo (or ground beef or sausage)
Toppings
- Cilantro (for topping)
- Roma Tomato (diced, for topping)
- Pickled Jalapenos (for topping)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the finely diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 8-9 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Warm Evaporated Milk: Pour in the evaporated milk and gently warm the mixture without bringing it to a boil to avoid curdling.
- Melt White American Cheese: Add the white American cheese in chunks, stirring continuously until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce becomes smooth.
- Add Pepper Jack and Chiles: Gradually stir in freshly grated Pepper Jack cheese, stirring constantly until smooth and creamy. Then, mix in the diced green chiles evenly throughout the queso.
- Add Cooked Chorizo: In a separate pan, cook the pork or beef chorizo until browned and fully cooked through. Drain excess fat and stir the cooked chorizo into the cheese mixture.
- Keep Warm and Serve: Keep the queso warm on low heat, stirring occasionally to maintain smoothness. Just before serving, top with fresh cilantro, diced Roma tomatoes, and pickled jalapeños as desired.
Notes
- For a spicier queso, use more pickled jalapeños or add diced fresh jalapeños.
- You can substitute white American cheese with Velveeta for a creamier texture.
- Be careful not to boil the cheese mixture to prevent it from separating.
- This recipe can be doubled easily for larger gatherings.
- Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
