Jul 14 2026

Queso Fundido Recipe

Time35m
Serves4

Melted cheese served with tortillas.

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Ingredients

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Cheese Mixture

Tortillas

Garnishes

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chorizo

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chorizo sausage until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess grease and set aside.

  2. 2

    Mix the Cheeses

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the Chihuahua cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and cream cheese. Mix until evenly combined.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Melt the Cheese

    In an oven-safe skillet or a cast-iron skillet, layer the chorizo at the bottom. Then top with the cheese mixture. Place the skillet in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

  2. 4

    Warm the Tortillas

    While the cheese is melting, warm the corn tortillas on a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.

Serving

  1. 5

    Garnish and Serve

    Once the queso fundido is ready, remove it from the oven. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, a dollop of sour cream, and sliced jalapeños as desired. Serve hot with warm tortillas on the side.

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