Classic Queso Recipe
Our friends call this the 'sauce of life' | "Tex-mex style" yellow cheese dip accented with fresh pico de gallo; with our chile-dusted corn tortilla chips. Add Mexican chorizo or dry-aged ground beef.
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Ingredients
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Cheese Dip
Pico de Gallo
Tortilla Chips
Optional Protein
Method
Cheese Dip Preparation
- 1
Melt the Cheeses
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the Velveeta cheese, cream cheese, and milk. Stir frequently until the cheeses are completely melted and smooth.
- 2
Add Flavorings
Stir in the diced tomatoes with green chilies, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
- 3
Finish with Cilantro
If using, mix in the fresh cilantro just before serving for a burst of flavor.
Pico de Gallo Preparation
- 4
Prepare the Ingredients
In a bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, and chopped cilantro.
- 5
Add Lime and Season
Drizzle lime juice over the mixture and season with salt to taste. Toss everything together until well combined.
Tortilla Chips Preparation
- 6
Cut and Fry Tortillas
Cut the corn tortillas into triangles. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry the tortilla triangles in batches until they are golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
- 7
Season the Chips
Remove the fried chips from the oil and drain on paper towels. While still hot, sprinkle with chili powder and salt to taste.
Optional Protein Preparation
- 8
Cook the Protein
If using chorizo or ground beef, cook in a skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat and set aside.