Deliciously Creamy Chips and Queso
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with "Deliciously Creamy Chips and Queso," a rich and velvety dip that’s perfect for any gathering or snack craving. This recipe combines a luscious blend of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese with a medley of robust flavors, including diced tomatoes with green chilies, finely chopped jalapeños, and a dash of aromatic spices like cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder. The queso's creamy texture is perfected using a simple roux of butter and flour, while fresh cilantro and lime wedges provide a bright, zesty finish. Paired with crispy tortilla chips, this homemade queso dip is sure to be the star of your table, ready in just 25 minutes and packed with bold, crowd-pleasing flavor. Ideal for game day parties, family movie nights, or festive celebrations, this recipe is everything your snacking dreams are made of!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces tortilla chips
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
- 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime lime wedges
Instructions
Start by gathering all your ingredients and tools. You'll need a medium saucepan and a wooden spoon or whisk.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and add the unsalted butter, allowing it to melt completely.
Once the butter has melted, sprinkle in the all-purpose flour. Stir constantly for about 1 minute to create a roux, which will help thicken the queso.
Gradually whisk in the whole milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue cooking the mixture, stirring frequently, until it thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and slowly add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese to the thickened milk mixture. Stir continuously until the cheese is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Add the drained diced tomatoes with green chilies and the chopped jalapeño to the cheese sauce. Stir to combine.
Season the queso with cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to incorporate all the spices.
Allow the queso to simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until properly thickened and the flavors meld together.
Once the queso is ready, pour it into a serving bowl and sprinkle the chopped fresh cilantro on top for added flavor and color.
Serve the queso hot with the tortilla chips arranged around the bowl, and garnish with lime wedges for squeezing over the top if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3789 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 262.2 g | 336% | |
| Saturated Fat | 105.9 g | 530% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 56.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 461 mg | 154% | |
| Sodium | 5986 mg | 260% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 257.3 g | 94% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.9 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.2 g | ||
| Protein | 125.8 g | 252% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.2 mcg | 36% | |
| Calcium | 3548 mg | 273% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2131 mg | 45% | |
*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.
