Blue Goose Salsa and Chile Con Queso
Dive into the bold, irresistible flavors of Blue Goose Salsa and Chile Con Queso, a dynamic duo perfect for any party or casual gathering. This recipe features a zesty homemade salsa crafted with farm-fresh Roma tomatoes, spicy jalapeños, and fragrant cilantro, all brightened with a squeeze of lime for a vibrant, tangy kick. Paired with this is a luscious, velvety chile con queso, made with Pepper Jack and American cheese, creamy half-and-half, and a punch of heat from green chiles and hot sauce. Smooth and perfectly spiced, the queso becomes the ultimate dipping companion for crispy tortilla chips. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleasing appetizer delivers the perfect balance of freshness and indulgence, making it a must-try for fans of Mexican-inspired cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 whole Roma tomatoes
- 2 whole Jalapeño peppers
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 0.5 cup Cilantro
- 1 whole Lime
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 cups Pepper Jack cheese
- 1 cup American cheese
- 1.5 cups Half-and-half
- 1 4-ounce can Canned green chiles (diced)
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 teaspoons Hot sauce
- 1 bag Tortilla chips
Instructions
Start by preparing the salsa. Dice the Roma tomatoes, jalapeño peppers, and yellow onion into small cubes and add them to a medium mixing bowl.
Finely chop the cilantro and add it to the bowl. Squeeze the lime over the mixture and season it with salt.
Combine everything in the bowl by stirring gently until ingredients are evenly distributed. Cover and let the salsa sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
For the chile con queso, grate the Pepper Jack cheese and combine it with the American cheese in a large saucepan.
Add the half-and-half to the saucepan and warm it over medium-low heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
While the cheese is melting, mince the garlic and stir it into the mixture along with the canned green chiles.
Once the cheese is fully melted and smooth, add the hot sauce. Taste and adjust for spice level if needed.
Transfer the queso to a warm serving dish. Serve hot with tortilla chips, alongside chilled salsa.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2776 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 189.3 g | 243% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.0 g | 420% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 35.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 424 mg | 141% | |
| Sodium | 5535 mg | 241% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 178.9 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.2 g | ||
| Protein | 105.2 g | 210% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 2973 mg | 229% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 2400 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
