Jul 14 2026
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Queso Amarillo (vg) Recipe

Inspired by La Hacienda Dover AFB
Time30m
Serves4

A warm blend of melted cheese, peppers, onions, and cilantro.

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Ingredients

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Cheese Blend

Vegetables

Seasoning

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chop the Vegetables

    Dice the red and green bell peppers, finely chop the onion, and mince the garlic. Chop the cilantro and set aside.

Cooking

  1. 2

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced red and green bell peppers and chopped onion. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

  2. 3

    Add Garlic and Spices

    Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, and chili powder. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  3. 4

    Melt the Cheese

    Reduce the heat to low, and add the vegan cheese shreds and nutritional yeast to the pan. Stir continuously until the cheese is melted and creamy.

  4. 5

    Season to Taste

    Add salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting the seasoning as desired.

Serving

  1. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove the queso from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro. Serve warm with tortilla chips or fresh vegetables.

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