Jul 14 2026

Queso Dip Recipe

Time20m
Serves6

Creamy cheese dip served with corn tortilla chips.

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Ingredients

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Cheese and Dairy

Vegetables

Spices and Seasoning

Other

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Start by dicing the jalapeño pepper and chopping the green onions. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Combine Dairy Ingredients

    In a medium saucepan, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, milk, and sour cream. Stir until well mixed.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Heat the Mixture

    Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, until the cheeses are melted and the mixture is smooth, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 4

    Add Vegetables and Spices

    Once the cheese mixture is smooth, add in the diced tomatoes with green chilies, diced jalapeño pepper, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

  3. 5

    Simmer

    Allow the mixture to simmer on low heat for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until heated through.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve the Queso Dip

    Remove the queso dip from heat, and transfer it to a serving bowl. Garnish with chopped green onions. Serve warm with corn tortilla chips.

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