Jul 09 2026

Chile Con Queso Recipe

Time30m
Serves6

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Ingredients

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Cheese Mixture

Optional Toppings

Method

Prepare the Cheese Mixture

  1. 1

    Melt the Cheese

    In a large saucepan over medium heat, add the Velveeta cheese and cream cheese. Stir continuously until melted and smooth.

  2. 2

    Add Shredded Cheese

    Remove the saucepan from heat. Gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and combined.

Prepare the Chili Base

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a separate pot, combine the canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, chili beans, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.

  2. 4

    Heat the Chili

    Heat the chili mixture over medium heat until it begins to simmer, stirring occasionally.

Combine and Serve

  1. 5

    Mix Cheese and Chili

    Once the chili is heated, pour the melted cheese mixture into the chili pot. Stir until fully combined and heated through.

  2. 6

    Serve

    Ladle the Chile con Queso into cups and top with optional chopped green onions, sour cream, and sliced jalapeños as desired.

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