Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCesar's Old Mexico1 – 2 – 3 Combo Recipe

1 – 2 – 3 Combo Recipe

Inspired by Cesar's Old Mexico
Time30m
Serves4

Any combination of queso, guacamole, up to 3 of these items

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Ingredients

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Queso

Method

Queso Preparation

  1. 1

    Melt the Cheeses

    In a medium saucepan, combine the American cheese, cream cheese, and milk over medium heat. Stir frequently until melted and smooth.

  2. 2

    Add Seasonings

    Once the cheeses have melted, add the chopped jalapeños, chili powder, and salt to taste. Stir well and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Guacamole Preparation

  1. 3

    Mash the Avocados

    In a mixing bowl, cut the ripe avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into the bowl. Mash with a fork until smooth or leave slightly chunky, as desired.

  2. 4

    Mix Ingredients

    Add lime juice, chopped red onion, cilantro, and salt to the mashed avocados. Mix until well combined.

Topping Selection

  1. 5

    Choose Your Toppings

    Select up to 3 toppings from the list: chopped tomatoes, sliced black olives, diced red bell pepper, chopped green onions, and grated cheddar cheese. Prepare as needed (e.g., chop, slice).

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