Best 3 Easy Restaurant Style White Queso Recipes

White queso is a classic restaurant appetizer or party food that is loved by many. It is a creamy, cheesy dip that is perfect for dipping chips, vegetables, or bread. The best part about white queso is that it is incredibly easy to make at home. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious white queso that rivals any restaurant version. For a truly authentic restaurant-style white queso, read on to discover the secrets to making the perfect dip.

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RESTAURANT-STYLE WHITE QUESO DIP

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Rich, creamy, with bits of spice and tang from jalapeno peppers--this dip is just like the good stuff you get in restaurants but you'll get 3 to 4 times the amount for the same price. Serve with crispy light tortilla chips, or over nachos, a burrito, or heck, even a shoe it's so good!

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 pound white American cheese, cubed
¾ cup half-and-half
¼ cup diced pickled jalapeno peppers
1 teaspoon pickled jalapeno pepper juice
⅛ teaspoon ground cumin
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

Combine American cheese and half-and-half in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high power in 1 1/2 minute intervals, stirring in between each interval, until melted and creamy, 5 to 7 minutes.
Stir in jalapenos, jalapeno juice, cumin, and cayenne. Microwave for 30 seconds. Stir and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.9 calories, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Cholesterol 41.2 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 590.7 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

WHITE QUESO DIP RECIPE

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This easy Homemade White Queso Dip Recipe is delicious and creamy! Made with American cheese you find at your deli, green chilies and more.

Provided by Stephanie Manley

Categories Appetizer

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 teaspoons butter
1/4 cup finely chopped white onions
1 pound White American cheese
4 ounces green chilies (1 can - do not drain)
4 ounces heavy cream

Steps:

Melt two teaspoons of butter in medium-sized frying pan. Add onions, cook until they become translucent.
Place the cheese and heavy cream together in a medium-sized pan and heat over low-medium heat until the cheese melts.
After the cheese has melted, add green chilis and onions and stir well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 79 mg, Sodium 1009 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

RESTAURANT-STYLE WHITE QUESO (QUESO BLANCO)

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This creamy, cheesy white queso recipe brings that delicious restaurant appetizer straight to you in no time at all.

Provided by Cheryl Malik

Categories Appetizers Dip

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

¾ cup half and half
8 ounces white American cheese (from the deli counter, sliced or shredded; approximately 2 ½ cups)
1-2 tablespoons pickled jalapeños (diced)
1-2 tablespoons pickled jalapeño juice (from jar of pickled jalapeños)
salt (to taste)

Steps:

Warm half and half in medium saucepan over low heat for 1 to 2 minutes. Gradually add cheese in small increments, whisking well between addition, allowing cheese to melt almost completely before adding next handful.
When all cheese has been added and melted, whisk mixture vigorously over low heat. Add 1 tablespoon diced jalapeños, 1 tablespoon jalapeño juice, and 1 big pinch salt, then whisk until completely smooth.
Taste queso and add jalapeños and/or juice as needed for more tang and spice. Stir well and constantly to prevent queso from sticking or burning. Once desired taste has been achieved, transfer queso into bowl and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 181 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 48 mg, Sodium 706 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 5 g

Tips:

For a smoother queso, use a blender or food processor to blend the cheese and milk until smooth.
If you don't have a blender or food processor, you can also use a whisk to mix the cheese and milk together until smooth.
To make the queso spicier, add more chili powder or cayenne pepper.
If you want a thinner queso, add more milk.
If you want a thicker queso, add more cheese.
Serve the queso with tortilla chips, vegetables, or bread.

Conclusion:

Restaurant-style white queso is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. It is perfect for parties or gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a queso that is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give this white queso a try.