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Creamy White Queso Dip with Zesty Green Chiles

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A smooth and creamy white queso dip with a mild heat from zesty green chiles, perfect for parties and casual gatherings. This easy recipe combines melted cheeses with fresh chiles for a comforting and flavorful dip.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces white American cheese, shredded or chopped
  • 4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons diced green chiles (canned or fresh)
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt to taste (start with 1/4 teaspoon)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, a pinch
  • Optional garnish: chopped fresh cilantro
  • Optional garnish: diced tomatoes or pico de gallo

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients by shredding or chopping the cheeses and finely dicing the green chiles and jalapeño. Measure out your spices.
  2. Place a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat and melt the softened butter without browning it.
  3. Slowly pour in the whole milk, stirring gently, and warm until hot but not boiling.
  4. Add the white American cheese gradually in small handfuls, stirring continuously until melted before adding more. Then add the Monterey Jack cheese the same way. Add more milk if the dip is too thick.
  5. Stir in the diced green chiles and jalapeño, distributing evenly.
  6. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and adjust seasoning to taste.
  7. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to meld flavors and achieve creamy consistency.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with chopped cilantro or diced tomatoes if desired. Pair with tortilla chips, fresh veggies, or warm pita wedges.

Notes

Stir constantly while melting cheese to avoid graininess. If dip thickens too much, reheat gently with a splash of milk. Use medium to low heat to prevent cheese from seizing. For gluten-free, check canned chiles for additives. For dairy-free, substitute cheeses with plant-based melting cheese and use coconut milk.

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Keywords: queso dip, white queso, green chiles, creamy dip, party dip, easy queso, cheese dip, zesty dip

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