Queso Blanco Recipe
Smooth & Creamy American Cheese (Ground Beef add $3.00)
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Ingredients
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Cheese Mixture
Optional Ground Beef
Method
Preparing the Cheese Mixture
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Gather all the ingredients for the queso blanco. Make sure the American cheese and cream cheese are soft for easy melting.
- 2
Combine Ingredients
In a medium saucepan, combine the American cheese, cream cheese, milk, diced green chilies, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Heat the Mixture
Place the saucepan over medium heat. Stir the mixture continuously until the cheeses are melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy, about 5-7 minutes.
Optional Ground Beef Preparation
- 4
Cook the Ground Beef
In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain the excess fat.
- 5
Season the Beef
Add the taco seasoning to the cooked ground beef and stir well. Follow the instructions on the seasoning packet for any additional guidance.
Serving the Queso Blanco
- 6
Combine Beef and Cheese
If using ground beef, gently fold the seasoned beef into the cheese mixture until well incorporated.
- 7
Serve
Transfer the queso blanco to a serving bowl. Serve warm with tortilla chips or fresh vegetables for dipping.
