Chips & Queso Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chips
Queso
Method
Chips
- 1
Prepare the tortillas
Cut each corn tortilla into 6 triangles to create chip shapes.
- 2
Heat the oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until hot, but not smoking.
- 3
Fry the chips
Add the tortilla triangles in batches to the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 4
Season
While still hot, sprinkle the fried chips lightly with salt to taste.
Queso
- 5
Melt the cheeses
In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the Velveeta cheese and cream cheese. Stir frequently until both cheeses are completely melted and smooth.
- 6
Add the tomatoes
Stir in the can of diced tomatoes with green chilies into the melted cheese mixture.
- 7
Season the queso
Add the ground cumin, chili powder, and salt to taste. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
- 8
Serve
Once heated through and creamy, remove from heat. If desired, stir in fresh cilantro before serving. Serve warm with the freshly made tortilla chips.