Chips & Queso Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chips
Queso
Method
Chips
- 1
Prepare the Tortillas
Cut the corn tortillas into triangle-shaped chips. You can cut each tortilla into 6 wedges.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil by dropping a small piece of tortilla into it; it should bubble and sizzle.
- 3
Fry the Chips
Carefully add the tortilla wedges in batches to the hot oil. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Season with salt while still hot.
Queso
- 4
Melt the Cheeses
In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the Velveeta cheese and cream cheese. Stir frequently until melted and smooth.
- 5
Add Remaining Ingredients
Once the cheeses are melted, stir in the diced tomatoes with green chilies, chopped jalapeños, garlic powder, cumin, and salt. Mix well and allow to simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6
Serve
Transfer the queso to a serving bowl and serve warm alongside the freshly made tortilla chips.