Queso Recipe
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
Vegetable Ingredients
Spices and Seasoning
Liquid Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
- 2
Prepare Cheese
Cut the Velveeta cheese and cream cheese into cubes for easier melting.
Cooking
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the Velveeta cheese, cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes with green chilies, onion, jalapeño, and garlic.
- 4
Add Liquids
Pour in the milk and add ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- 5
Melt the Cheese
Heat the saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently until the cheeses are melted and the mixture is smooth. This should take about 10-15 minutes.
- 6
Adjust Seasoning
Taste the queso and adjust seasoning with additional salt, black pepper, or hot sauce as desired.
Serving
- 7
Serve Warm
Transfer the queso to a serving bowl and serve warm with tortilla chips, vegetables, or your favorite dippers.

