Description
🧀🔥 Creamy, cheesy, and packed with bold flavors, this Queso Nacho Cheese Dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any occasion! 🎉😋
🌮🥄 Quick and easy to make in just 15 minutes, it’s perfect for dipping, drizzling, and sharing with friends and family! 🍽️😍
Ingredients
Melted cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or processed American cheese)
Milk or cream
Evaporated milk
Cornstarch
Jalapeños (optional)
Tomatoes (optional)
Onions (optional)
Cilantro (optional)
Salt
Black pepper
Garlic powder (optional)
Onion powder (optional)
Chili powder (optional)
Butter (optional)
Instructions
1. Grate or cube your cheese choice, such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, or processed American cheese.
2. In a saucepan over medium heat, warm milk or evaporated milk.
3. Slowly add the cheese while stirring continuously until melted and smooth.
4. Stir in cornstarch to help maintain a creamy texture.
5. Add seasonings like salt, pepper, and optional spices for extra flavor.
6. Mix in diced jalapeños, tomatoes, onions, or cilantro if desired.
7. Continue stirring to ensure even consistency and prevent clumping.
8. Reduce heat to low and let the queso dip thicken slightly.
9. Transfer to a serving bowl or keep warm using a slow cooker.
10. Serve immediately with tortilla chips, pretzels, fries, or vegetables.
11. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
12. Reheat on the stovetop or microwave, stirring frequently to maintain smoothness.
Notes
For a smooth and creamy texture, use evaporated milk and a small amount of cornstarch to prevent the cheese from becoming grainy.
Customize your queso dip by adding ingredients like jalapeños, tomatoes, onions, or cilantro to create a unique flavor.
Keep your dip warm in a slow cooker while serving to maintain the perfect consistency for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex