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How to Make Ree Drummond's Queso Fundido - A Step-by-Step Guide

Queso Fundido is a traditional Mexican dish that is perfect for any gathering or party. This gooey, cheesy, and spicy dip is the ultimate comfort food that will have your guests coming back for more. Ree Drummond, also known as The Pioneer Woman, has a fantastic recipe for Queso Fundido that is sure to be a hit at your next get-together.

Ree Drummond's Queso Fundido is made with a blend of flavorful cheeses, spicy chorizo, and a touch of smoky chipotle peppers. This rich and indulgent...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 ounces Mexican-style chorizo
  • 1 green bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 fluid ounces tequila (Optional)
  • 1 pound Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 1 (8 ounce) package white Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ⅛ teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 plum tomatoes, diced
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in a 9-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add chorizo; cook, stirring to crumble, until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
  • Without cleaning the skillet, add bell peppers and onion. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring often, until browned and softened, about 5 minutes. Remove skillet from heat and stir in tequila. Continue cooking vegetables, stirring often, until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer vegetables to a bowl.
  • Stir together Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses in a bowl; spread 1/3 in the skillet. Add 1/3 of the vegetables, then 1/3 of the chorizo. Repeat with 2 more layers, ending with chorizo. Sprinkle with chili powder.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheeses are melted and bubbling, about 8 minutes. Remove from the oven and top with tomatoes, cilantro, and salt. Serve immediately.

    • Nutrition

    375 cal.

    • Total Fat: 29g
    • Saturated Fat: 17g
    • Cholesterol: 83mg
    • Sodium: 628mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 15mg
    • Calcium: 632mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 158mg

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    Appetizer recipes
    Mexican recipes
    Cheese recipes
    Spicy recipes
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