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Queso Dip

homemade queso dip in a bowl topped with cilantro and diced onion with a chip being dipped into the queso
  • Serves:  8
  • Prep Time:  12 min
  • Cook Time:  12 min

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons salted butter or extra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ medium white onion, finely chopped (about ⅓ cup)
  • 1 Roma tomato, seeded and finely chopped (about ½ cup)
  • 1 (4-ounce) can green chiles
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¾ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¾ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 pound American cheese, shredded (see Note)
  • Fresh cilantro, minced (optional)
  • Tortilla chips, for serving

Method

  1. Melt the butter in a medium pot over medium heat. Add ¾ of the onion and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Reduce the heat to low.

  2. Add the tomatoes, chiles, salt, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and cornstarch. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the milk, then increase the heat to medium. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring, until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.

  3. Add the cheese, and cook, stirring frequently, until melted and fully incorporated. Remove from heat.

  4. Transfer the queso to a serving bowl and top with cilantro and remaining onion. Serve warm with the tortilla chips on the side if using. Store refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 week (reheat before serving).



Note: White or yellow American cheese (or a mix of both!) will work, just be sure to get a block (not slices!) from a quality brand. You should be able to find at most deli counters. We like to use Boar’s Head brand.