Escalante's Chile con Queso Blanco recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 09 2026
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Escalante's Chile Con Queso Blanco Recipe

Inspired by Escalante's Fine Tex-Mex & Tequila
Time30m
Serves6

Our original recipe for over 30 years, featuring a rich, silky blend of white cheeses that will leave you saying “delicioso!”

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Ingredients

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Cheese Blend

Vegetables

Spices & Other

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chop Vegetables

    Finely chop the fresh jalapeños, onion, and tomatoes. Mince the garlic cloves.

Cooking

  1. 2

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and chopped jalapeños, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

  2. 3

    Add Tomatoes and Spices

    Add the chopped tomatoes, cumin, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Cook for another 5 minutes until the tomatoes soften.

  3. 4

    Melt the Cheese

    Reduce the heat to low. Add the Monterey Jack cheese, queso blanco, and cream cheese to the skillet. Stir the mixture continuously until all the cheeses are melted and combined into a smooth, creamy sauce.

Serving

  1. 5

    Serve Warm

    Once the cheese mixture is smooth, remove from heat and serve warm with tortilla chips or bread for dipping.

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