How to Make Real Deal Tex-Mex Queso - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tex-Mex queso is a beloved staple of Southern cuisine, known for its creamy texture, spicy kick, and irresistible cheesy goodness. This classic dish has been a favorite at parties, potlucks, and family gatherings for generations, and for good reason. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of know-how, you can whip up a batch of real deal Tex-Mex queso that will have your guests coming back for more.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
  • 3 stalks celery, diced
  • 3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced
  • 3 green onions, diced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 pound Mexican-style processed cheese food (such as Mexican Velveeta®), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 (8 ounce) package pepper Jack cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream

Information

  • Prep Time: 35 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 18
  • Yield: 18 servings

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat and add onion, green bell pepper, celery, jalapeno peppers, and green onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and slightly brown, about 5 minutes. Stir in flour until combined.
  • Reduce heat to low and add processed cheese food, pepper Jack cheese, milk, and heavy cream to the saucepan. Stir continuously until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    210 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 57mg
    • Sodium: 462mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 239mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 156mg