Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy and flavorful White Queso Dip, perfect for parties or a cozy night in. Made with a blend of cheeses and a hint of spice, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
Base:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small white onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Cheese Mixture:
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces white American cheese, cubed
- 4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
Thickening Agent:
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Seasonings:
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
Garnish:
- Chopped cilantro and diced tomatoes (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onion and jalapeño until soft. Add garlic.
- Mix in Dairy: Pour in milk and cream. Stir in American and Monterey Jack cheeses until melted.
- Thicken: Whisk cornstarch with water, add to cheese mixture. Season with salt and cumin.
- Finish: Cook until creamy. Remove from heat and garnish with cilantro and tomatoes. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use high-quality white American cheese for best results.
- Adjust spice level by keeping jalapeño seeds or adding cayenne.
- Keep warm in a slow cooker for party convenience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
