Chile Con Queso Dip
Get ready to elevate your snack game with this irresistibly creamy and flavorful Chile Con Queso Dip, the ultimate crowd-pleaser for parties, game day, or any gathering. This Tex-Mex favorite features a luscious blend of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, melted to perfection with a touch of evaporated milk for extra silkiness. Infused with the bold flavors of sautéed jalapeños, garlic, and diced tomatoes with green chilies, this dip packs just the right amount of spice and zest. Tied together with a hint of ground cumin and optionally topped with fresh cilantro, it's the perfect pairing for crunchy tortilla chips. Ready in just 25 minutes, this cheesy, savory dip promises to be the star of your appetizer spread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium jalapeño pepper, seeded and chopped
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel), drained
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 1 bag tortilla chips, for serving
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and chopped jalapeño, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the drained diced tomatoes with green chilies to the pan and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
In a small bowl, toss the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses with the cornstarch until evenly coated.
Reduce the heat to low and slowly stir in the evaporated milk, allowing the mixture to warm but not boil.
Gradually add the cheese mixture to the pot in small handfuls, stirring continuously until the cheese is completely melted and smooth.
Sprinkle in the ground cumin and salt, stirring to incorporate. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Remove the dip from heat and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired.
Serve the Chile Con Queso Dip immediately with tortilla chips on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2830 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 179.8 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.9 g | 450% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 414 mg | 138% | |
| Sodium | 4139 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 207.2 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.6 g | ||
| Protein | 122.0 g | 244% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.6 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 3391 mg | 261% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1850 mg | 39% | |
*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.
