Description
Learn how to make a delicious copycat Pappasito’s Queso at home with this easy recipe. Creamy and flavorful, this Tex-Mex queso dip is perfect for parties or as a tasty snack.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup white onion (finely diced)
- 1 small jalapeño (seeded and finely chopped)
- 1 small tomato (deseeded and finely diced)
- 1/4 cup green chiles (canned, chopped)
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 pound white American cheese (cubed)
Seasonings:
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- Salt to taste
Garnish:
- Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the diced onion and jalapeño for about 3–4 minutes until soft and fragrant.
- Add Vegetables: Add the tomato and green chiles, and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
- Melt Cheese: Pour in the milk and heavy cream, stirring gently. Gradually add in the cubed white American cheese, stirring constantly until melted and smooth.
- Season and Simmer: Add garlic powder, cumin, and salt to taste. Reduce heat to low and simmer for a few more minutes to blend flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with cilantro if desired and serve warm with tortilla chips.
Notes
- For extra heat, include chopped serrano peppers or hot sauce.
- This queso stays smooth longer when kept warm in a small slow cooker or fondue pot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 1/4 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
