Best 9 Emerils Queso Recipes

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Emeril's queso is a classic dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack that is sure to please everyone. With its creamy texture and flavorful blend of cheeses, Emeril's queso is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

KICKED UP NO-BAKE NACHOS



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Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 28

1 large bag corn chips
Chili con Queso, recipe follows
Pickled jalapeno slices, optional
1 medium Hass avocado, peeled, seeded, and diced
Chopped grilled green onions, for garnish
Chopped fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
Sour cream, for garnish
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup diced chorizo
1 cup chopped white onions
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon Essence, recipe follows
1/4 teaspoon salt
Pinch cayenne, or to taste
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 cup canned chopped mild green chiles
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups grated medium Cheddar
1 1/2 cups grated Monterey jack
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Spread the corn chips in a thick layer across a large heat-proof tray or decorative platter.
  • Ladle the chili con queso over the chips in an even layer. If desired, top with jalapeno slices. Evenly arrange the chopped avocados, green onions, and cilantro over the cheese layer and top with dollops of sour cream. Serve immediately.
  • In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the chorizo and cook until fat starts to render, about 4 minutes. Add the onions and cook, stirring, until very soft, about 6 minutes. Add the garlic, Essence, salt, and cayenne and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add the flour and stir for 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes and chopped chiles, and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Slowly add the cream and stir until thick, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the cheeses and cook, stirring, until melted and well incorporated. Remove from the heat and adjust the seasoning, to taste. Serve immediately with or over chips.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  • Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch, published by William and Morrow, 1993.

CORN AND GOAT CHEESE QUESO



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Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield about 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup minced onions
Salt and freshly ground pepper
3 cups fresh corn, about 6 ears
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 jalapeno, stemmed, seeded and chopped
8 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
1/4 to 1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup brunoise tomato
2 to 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Homemade or store bought tortilla chips, for serving

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the onions and saute for 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add the corn and saute 10 to 12 minutes. Stir in the garlic, jalapenos, cheese and cream. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until thickened. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Sprinkle tomatoes and cilantro over top and serve with tortilla chips.

EMERIL'S QUESO



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This delicious queso recipe is courtesy of Emeril Lagasse and is used to make his Crazy Nachos.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 pound fresh poblano or Anaheim chiles
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup chopped white onion
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 large tomato, peeled, seeded, and diced
1 cup milk, or cream
1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese
1 cup grated pepper jack cheese
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place chiles directly over the flame of a gas-stove burner on high heat or on a grill. Roast peppers, turning with tongs, until blackened all over. (Alternatively, broil peppers on a baking sheet, turning, until skin has charred.)
  • Transfer peppers to a large bowl, and cover immediately with plastic wrap. Set aside to steam, about 15 minutes. Peel peppers; discard skins. Remove stems, seeds, and ribs; coarsely chop and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cayenne pepper; cook, stirring, until onion is very soft, about 6 minutes. Add flour and cook, stirring, until thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Add tomatoes and chopped chiles; cook for 1 minute. Slowly add milk or cream and cook, stirring, until thickened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add cheeses and cook, stirring, until melted and well combined.
  • Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper; serve immediately with chips, over nachos, or stirred into chili.

EMERIL'S CON QUESO



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Make and share this Emeril's Con Queso recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Charmie777

Categories     Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 3 cups, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon Emeril's Original Essence (or other seasoning)
1 cup chopped seeded tomatoes (optional)
1 teaspoon minced garlic
8 ounces white cheddar cheese, shredded (about 2 cups)
8 ounces monterey jack cheese, shredded (about 2 cups)
1 cup canned chopped mild green chili
3 tablespoons sour cream
1 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium high heat until hot, about 1 minute.
  • Add onion and Emeril's and cook, stirring, until soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomato, if using, and garlic and cook, stirring, for another 2 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the cheeses and chiles.
  • Cook, stirring constantly, until the cheese melts, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the sour cream, white pepper and salt and serve immediately with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.2, Fat 30.5, SaturatedFat 17.1, Cholesterol 78, Sodium 683.4, Carbohydrate 4.7, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.9, Protein 19.8

REFRIED BEANS



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Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h40m

Yield about 5 cups (8 servings)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups dried pinto beans, soaked overnight in a large bowl with water to cover by 2-inches, and drained
1 bay leaf
3/4 cup bacon drippings or lard
2 cups chopped yellow onions
1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 1/2 tablespoons minced, seeded jalapeno
1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon chopped oregano
1 cup grated queso blanco
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro, garnish

Steps:

  • In a large, heavy pot, combine the beans, bay leaf, and enough water to cover by 1 to 2 inches. Bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the beans are very tender, 1 1/2 to 2 hours, adding more water as necessary to keep covered. When the beans are soft, mash in the pot with a potato masher or the back of heavy wooden spoon. Remove from the heat.
  • In a large, heavy skillet, heat the bacon fat over medium-high heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring, until soft, 4 to 6 minutes. Add the garlic, jalapeno, chili powder, cumin, salt, and cayenne, and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 45 seconds to 1 minute. Add the beans and any cooking liquid from the pot, and the oregano, and stir to combine. Cook, stirring with a heavy wooden spoon, until the mixture forms a thick paste, 15 to 20 minutes, adding water a bit at a time to keep the beans from drying out too much.
  • Remove from the heat and transfer to a decorative bowl. Sprinkle with the cheese and cilantro, and serve.

THE BEST CHUY'S QUESO RECIPE COPYCAT



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Provided by Katie Clark

Categories     Copycat

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package Velveeta Slices (16 ounce - 24 slices)
1 cup restaurant-style salsa (market pantry)
1 cup 505 Southwestern Salsa, Tomatillo Garlic & Liime
1/2 cup chicken stock
1/2 cup whole milk or heavy cream
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 tbsp cumin

Steps:

  • instructions (slow cooker)Place velveeta slices in slow cooker Layer on top salsa, green chile sauce, water, milk, chili powder, and cumin. Cook on low for 2 hours, mixing part way through Once finished, stir well and serve warm with chips instructions (stovetop)- Melt the Velveeta and salt together in a saucepan over medium heat until smooth and creamy. Add the half and half gradually as you stir the cheese sauce. Simmer on low heat until the queso is thick and creamy, stirring frequently to keep it from burning or sticking to the bottom of your pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Carbohydrate 62 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 4 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 3 grams fat, Fiber 18 grams fiber, Protein 15 grams protein, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 6600 grams sodium, Sugar 38 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 1 grams unsaturated fat

EMERIL'S SHREDDED CHICKEN NACHOS



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Every once in a great while, Emeril impresses me with a dish. This was one of them. This one looked SO incredibly good and rich. The cheese sauce I think was what got to me. I just can't get enough of a good cheese sauce. There are a ton of ingredients, but don't let that keep you from fixing these up. It does make quite a bit, but they'll probably go fast. Be sure to set around some salsa or pico, sour cream, jalapeños, and watch 'em disappear! NOTE: I condensed the directions down and left out the Pico recipe included. I can't eat pico, but feel free to use your favorite recipe or your favorite salsa.

Provided by Redneck Epicurean

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 2h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (diced into 3-inch strips)
4 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups thinly sliced onions
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 cups chicken stock
4 teaspoons fresh squeezed lime juice
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained
2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 -10 cups corn tortilla chips (I prefer flour, so I make mine at home.)
2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
1/4 cup green onion, finely sliced
3/4 cup sour cream, for garnishing
1/2 cup sliced pickled jalapeno pepper, for garnishing
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves, for garnishing

Steps:

  • In a 3-quart saucepan with lid heat the oil to the pan to medium-high.
  • Season the chicken pieces with the chili powder and salt and toss the evenly coat.
  • Add the chicken to the pan and sear for 3 minutes per side.
  • Add the onions to the pan and sauté for another 3 minutes.
  • Add the garlic to the pan and sauté for 1 minute.
  • Pour the chicken stock over the chicken and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce to a low heat and cover; continue to cook the chicken until very tender, about 1 hour.
  • Stir the chicken to shred it and continue to cook, covered, for another 30 minutes.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, stir and mash to shred the chicken meat and add the lime juice to the chicken.
  • Set aside as you prepare the nachos.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium-high heat and whisk in the flour.
  • Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes, but do not allow the flour to color.
  • While whisking constantly, add the milk in a steady stream.
  • Add the green chilies and bring the sauce to a boil.
  • Cook, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes, or until the sauce is thickened and bubbly.
  • Add the Cheddar, salt, and cayenne pepper and stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
  • Cover and remove from the heat.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a large, ovenproof shallow casserole, spread half of the tortilla chips in an even layer.
  • Top with half of the chicken, and half of the Monterey Jack cheese.
  • Top with the remaining tortilla chips and chicken.
  • Pour the hot cheese sauce over the chicken, then evenly spread the remaining grated Monterey Jack over the top.
  • Bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the nachos are heated through, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Garnish with the sliced green onions, sour cream, pickled jalapeños and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 789.7, Fat 52.4, SaturatedFat 27.3, Cholesterol 219, Sodium 1597.1, Carbohydrate 21.5, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 6.5, Protein 58.2

EMERIL'S CRAZY NACHOS



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Try serving these mouthwatering nachos, courtesy of chef Emeril Lagasse, at your game-day party (or any gathering fit for delicious finger foods).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 8

Crispy Tortilla Chips
4 cups Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork
2 1/2 cups shredded Monterey jack or pepper jack cheese
2/3 cup thinly sliced banana peppers or other pickled peppers, such as cherry or jalapeno
Emeril's Queso, warmed
1/4 cup finely chopped scallions, green parts only, for garnish
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
Chipotle Salsa, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Layer half of the chips, pork, cheese, and banana peppers in a large baking dish; repeat with a second layer of each. Transfer to oven and bake until cheese is melted and pork is warmed through, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and top with warmed queso. Garnish with scallions and cilantro; serve immediately with salsa.

CHILE CON QUESO ( EMERIL )



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This is Emeril's recipe to stir in his chili. We love it for dipping warm tortilla chips too! I've changed a few things to make it more dipping friendly.

Provided by KathyP53

Categories     Cheese

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb poblano peppers or 1/2 lb anaheim chili
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup finely chopped white onion
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 large tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and diced
1 cup cream
1 1/2 cups grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese (added at the suggestion of a reviewer which I think is a good idea and improved this immensely)
1 cup grated monterey jack pepper cheese

Steps:

  • Roast peppers by placing them on open gas flame, turning frequently with tongs until all sides are charredblack, about 7-10 minutes. Can also roast peppers under broiler or on the grill. Place blackened peppers in a plasic or paper bag, and let rest until cool enough to handle, about 15 minutes. Peel peppers, split in half lengthwise, and discard all seeds and stems. FInely chop and set aside.
  • In large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and cayenne and cook, stirring, until very soft, about 6 minutes. Add flour and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Add tomatoes and chopped chilies. Cook for 1 minute. SLowly add cream and stir until thick, 3-4 minutes. Add cheeses and cook, stirring, until melted and smooth.
  • Remove from heat, adjust seasonings to taste and pour into fondue or warming dish. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.9, Fat 36.7, SaturatedFat 19.2, Cholesterol 95.6, Sodium 338.1, Carbohydrate 27, Fiber 9, Sugar 2.3, Protein 19

Tips:

  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Always use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices will make a big difference in the taste of your queso.
  • Choose the Right Cheese: The type of cheese you use will determine the flavor and texture of your queso. A good melting cheese, such as cheddar or mozzarella, is a good choice. You can also use a combination of cheeses to create a unique flavor.
  • Use a Variety of Peppers: Different peppers will give your queso different flavors. For a mild queso, use green bell peppers. For a medium queso, use poblano peppers. And for a spicy queso, use jalapeño peppers.
  • Add Some Heat: If you like spicy queso, add some chili powder or cayenne pepper to taste. You can also add some chopped jalapeños or serrano peppers.
  • Simmer Slowly: Queso is best when it is simmered slowly over low heat. This allows the flavors to meld together and the cheese to melt smoothly.
  • Serve with Tortilla Chips: Queso is traditionally served with tortilla chips, but you can also serve it with other dippers, such as vegetables, bread, or crackers.

Conclusion:

Queso is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is perfect for parties, potlucks, or a quick and easy snack. With so many different recipes to choose from, there is sure to be a queso recipe that everyone will love. Whether you like your queso mild, medium, or spicy, there is a recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy appetizer or snack, give queso a try. You won't be disappointed!

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