Description
A creamy and flavorful queso dip that brings the taste of your favorite Mexican restaurant right into your home. Perfect for parties or a cozy night in!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound white, deli-sliced American cheese
- ⅔ cup of milk or half-and-half
- 3–4 tablespoons of canned, chopped green chiles or jalapeños
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chipotle powder (optional)
Instructions
- Slow Cooker Method:
- Turn your slow cooker to the lowest setting.
- Add all the ingredients into the slow cooker.
- Heat and stir until thickened (about 30-45 minutes).
- Double Boiler Method:
- In the bottom pot of a double boiler, heat the milk, chopped chiles, and spices over medium heat.
- Gradually add the American cheese, one or two slices at a time, stirring until fully melted and blended.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by modifying the amount of jalapeños or chipotle powder.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips for the best experience.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg