Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsDECO WilmingtonQueso Recipe

Queso Recipe

Inspired by DECO Wilmington
Time30m
Serves8

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

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Ingredients

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Cheese Mixture

Seasonings

Other

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chop the Vegetables

    Dice the onion and jalapeños. Set them aside for later use.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Cheese

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

Cooking

  1. 3

    Melt the Cheese

    In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the Velveeta cheese, cream cheese, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir continuously until melted and smooth.

  2. 4

    Add the Milk

    Gradually stir in the milk to create a creamy consistency. Add more if needed.

  3. 5

    Incorporate Vegetables

    Add the diced tomatoes with green chiles, chopped onion, and jalapeños to the cheese mixture. Mix well.

  4. 6

    Season the Queso

    Sprinkle in garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine, adjusting seasoning to taste.

  5. 7

    Thicken the Queso

    In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with a bit of water to create a slurry. Stir this into the queso to thicken it, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.

Serving

  1. 8

    Serve Warm

    Transfer the queso to a serving bowl and serve warm with tortilla chips, vegetables, or bread.

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