Easy Tex-Mex Queso Dip
A smooth and creamy Tex-Mex queso dip, perfect for game day or any gathering. This recipe delivers restaurant-quality cheese sauce with a hint of spice in minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
- 1/4 cup evaporated milk
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- 1/4 cup diced pickled jalapeños (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the cubed Velveeta cheese, undrained diced tomatoes and green chilies, and evaporated milk.
- Stir constantly until the cheese is completely melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- If using, stir in the fresh cilantro and pickled jalapeños.
- Serve immediately with tortilla chips.
Notes
- For a spicier dip, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce.
- If the queso becomes too thick, stir in a tablespoon of milk or water until it reaches your desired consistency.
- This queso is best served fresh but can be reheated gently over low heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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