Queso recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Aug 04 2026

Queso Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

Creamy cheese dip served with tortilla chips.

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Ingredients

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Cheese Mixture

Serving

Method

Preparation of Queso

  1. 1

    Combine Ingredients

    In a medium saucepan, add the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and milk.

  2. 2

    Heat Mixture

    Heat over medium-low heat, stirring frequently until the cheeses have melted and the mixture is smooth.

  3. 3

    Add Flavorings

    Stir in the diced green chilies, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

  4. 4

    Adjust Consistency

    If the queso is too thick, add more milk a tablespoon at a time until you reach the desired consistency.

Serving Queso

  1. 5

    Serve Warm

    Transfer the queso to a serving bowl and serve warm with tortilla chips on the side.

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