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Queso Dip


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  • Author: Mia
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A creamy and cheesy queso dip made with a blend of cheeses, sour cream, and green chiles—perfect for parties or game day snacks.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 2 ounces pepper jack cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup shredded Oaxaca or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic salt

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, heat the whipping cream over medium heat. Add sour cream and cream cheese; cook and stir until smooth.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into the saucepan.
  3. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until slightly thickened, about 1 minute.
  4. Reduce heat to low. Stir in shredded cheeses, green chiles, and garlic salt.
  5. Cook and stir until cheese is melted. Serve warm, garnished with tomato and serrano pepper if desired.

Notes

  • Use freshly shredded cheese for best melting quality.
  • Oaxaca cheese can be substituted with Monterey Jack if unavailable.
  • Serve with tortilla chips, pretzels, or fresh vegetables.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated over low heat.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg