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Tex-mex Queso Recipe

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@cactusalkibeach

Sep 22 2025

30m

Serves 8

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Recipe information

Make Tex-mex Queso in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

Cheese Mixture

Vegetables and Spices

Liquid Ingredients

Preparation

Preparation

1. Prepare Ingredients

Chop the jalapeño and cilantro. Drain the canned tomatoes if necessary.

2. Cube the Cheese

Cut the Velveeta and cream cheese into cubes to help them melt evenly.

Cooking

3. Combine Ingredients

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the Velveeta cheese, cream cheese, and shredded cheddar cheese.

4. Add Liquid

Pour in the milk and stir continuously until the cheeses start to melt and blend together.

5. Mix in Vegetables and Spices

Once the cheese is melted, mix in the diced tomatoes with green chilies, chopped jalapeño, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.

6. Adjust Consistency

If the queso is too thick, add more milk a little at a time until you reach the desired consistency.

7. Add Hot Sauce

Stir in hot sauce to taste for added heat.

8. Finish with Cilantro

Remove from heat and fold in fresh cilantro.

Serving

9. Serve

Transfer the queso to a serving bowl and enjoy with tortilla chips, veggies, or as a topping for tacos!

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