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Ultimate Queso Blanco

This smooth and creamy queso Blanco dip has just the right amount of spice. This restaurant copycat is ready in less than 10 minutes! 
Course Mexican
Cuisine Appetizer
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 370kcal
Author Krystle Smith

Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ Pound Block White American Cheese Cubed
  • ⅔ Cup Whole Milk
  • ½ Cup Water
  • ¼ Cup Diced Green Chiles
  • 2 Pickled Jalapenos Finely Chopped
  • 1 Ounce Pickled Jalapeno Juice
  • Pinch of Cumin To Taste

Instructions

  • In a large microwave safe bowl, combine cubed cheese, milk, and water, Microwave for 4-5 minutes or until melted. Stir every minute or so.
  • Once melted stir in green chiles, jalapenos, pickled jalapeno juice, and cumin.
  • Serve immediately with tortilla chips.

Notes

Ingredient Notes and Shopping Tips
    • White American: I used Land o Lakes.
    • Water: You can also use chicken broth if you have some on hand.
    • Diced Green Chiles: Look for these in the Hispanic food aisle near the taco shells.
    • Pickled Jalapenos: Pickled jalapenos are softer and less spicy than the fresh variety.
    • Whole Milk: Use whole milk for the creamiest results. You could probably get away with 2% but avoid fat-free or nondairy milk.
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Tips and Tricks
  1. Cube cheese evenly for fast, even cooking.
  2. Stir frequently so it doesn't scorch.
  3. If it's too thick, add more milk. If it's too thick, add more cheese or allow it to cool. It will thicken as it cools.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 370kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 1676mg | Potassium: 189mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1034IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 1021mg | Iron: 1mg