Chile Con Queso Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Sharp Cheddar and Melting Cheese, Pico De Gallo, Flour Totopos

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Totopos
Cut the flour tortillas into triangles. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Once hot, carefully add the tortilla triangles in batches, frying until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels, sprinkling with salt while still hot.
2
Make the Cheese Sauce
In a medium saucepan, combine the sharp cheddar and melting cheese over low heat. Stir continuously until the cheeses are melted and smooth. If the mixture is too thick, you can add a little milk to reach your desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3
Assemble the Dish
Once the cheese sauce is ready, pour it into a serving dish or a cast-iron skillet. Top with pico de gallo and garnish with jalapeños if desired.
4
Serve
Serve the chile con queso warm, accompanied by the crispy totopos for dipping.