Velveeta Ultimate Queso Dip
Get ready to elevate your party game with the Velveeta Ultimate Queso Dip, the go-to recipe for creamy, cheesy perfection! Featuring Velveeta cheese as the star ingredient, this dip melts into a luscious, velvety texture that's irresistibly smooth. Combined with the zesty kick of Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, and optional add-ins like savory ground beef or sausage, finely diced onion, and spicy jalapeño, this queso dip is packed with bold flavors. Whether prepared on the stovetop or kept warm in a slow cooker, it comes together in just 25 minutes, making it a breeze for last-minute gatherings. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served alongside tortilla chips, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for game day, potlucks, or movie nights. Perfect your queso game now with this ultimate recipe for cheesy, savory, and slightly spicy goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 ounces Velveeta cheese
- 10 ounces Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies
- 8 ounces Ground beef or sausage (optional)
- 0.25 cups Milk
- 0.5 cups Onion (finely diced, optional)
- 1 small Jalapeño (finely diced, optional)
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the Velveeta cheese into 1-inch cubes for easier melting.
In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or sausage (if using) until browned. Break it into crumbles using a spatula. Once fully cooked, drain any excess grease and set aside.
If using onion or jalapeño, add them to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
In a medium saucepan or slow cooker, add the Velveeta cubes and Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies (do not drain the Rotel).
Stir in the milk to help thin out the mixture to your desired consistency.
Heat the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until the cheese is completely melted and the ingredients are combined. This will take about 8-10 minutes.
Once the cheese mixture is smooth, stir in the cooked ground beef (if using) and sautéed vegetables.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Optionally, mix in fresh diced jalapeño for extra heat.
Transfer the dip to a serving dish or keep it warm in a slow cooker on the 'low' setting.
Garnish the dip with chopped cilantro before serving. Pair with tortilla chips or your favorite dippers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1984 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 144.0 g | 185% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.7 g | 419% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 511 mg | 170% | |
| Sodium | 7668 mg | 333% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.5 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.7 g | ||
| Protein | 124.7 g | 249% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 2596 mg | 200% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1304 mg | 28% | |
*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.
