How to Make Queso (Cheese) Dip - A Step-by-Step Guide

Queso (Cheese) Dip is a classic appetizer and snack that is popular in many parts of the world. It is a creamy and cheesy dip that is perfect for dipping tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables. Whether you are hosting a party, having a movie night, or simply craving a delicious snack, this Queso Dip recipe is sure to satisfy your craving for cheesy goodness.

Queso Dip is known for its rich and creamy texture, as well as its bold and savory flavor. It is typically made with a co...

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Ingredients

  • 2 poblano peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded
  • 2 Anaheim peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded
  • 1 fresh jalapeno pepper, halved lengthwise and seeded
  • 2 pounds processed cheese food (such as Velveeta ®), cut into cubes
  • 3 large roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
  • 1 large white onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • ¼ cup heavy whipping cream

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 12

  • Preheat the oven broiler. Set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Place poblano peppers, Anaheim peppers, and jalapeño pepper cut-sides down on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Cook peppers under the preheated broiler until skin of peppers has blackened and blistered, 5 to 8 minutes. Place blackened peppers into a bowl and tightly seal with plastic wrap. Allow peppers to steam as they cool, about 20 minutes. Remove and discard skins; dice peppers.
  • Combine diced peppers, cheese food cubes, tomatoes, onion, butter, and cumin in a slow cooker.
  • Cook on Low, gradually adding cream until cheese melts and dip is warmed through, about 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    293 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 58mg
    • Sodium: 744mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 26mg
    • Calcium: 391mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 409mg