QUESO
Queso, a popular Tex-Mex dip made with processed American cheese and canned tomatoes, was inspired by chile con queso, a Mexican dip of melted cheese and chiles that made its way to the United States in the 1930s and '40s. As the two-ingredient Americanized adaptation gained popularity, supermarkets began placing Ro-tel canned tomatoes near shelf-stable Velveeta cheese, and queso became mainstream. Purists will argue that any ingredient beyond American cheese and spicy diced tomatoes is unnecessary, but you can customize this recipe by adding any combination of black beans, scallions, cilantro, garlic, cumin, red-pepper flakes, oregano, lime zest or juice.
Provided by Alexa Weibel
Categories snack, dips and spreads, appetizer
Time 20m
Yield 6 cups
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Roughly chop the processed cheese into 1-inch cubes, then add to a medium saucepan. Stir in the tomatoes and their juices, plus 2/3 cup water, then heat over medium-low, stirring frequently, until cheese is melted and mixture is creamy, 5 to 7 minutes. You can stop here, and serve immediately with chips, or proceed to Step 2, if you're feeling extra.
- Stir in any combination of desired additions: black beans, scallions, cilantro, garlic, cumin, red-pepper flakes, oregano, and lime zest and juice. Heat over low, stirring occasionally, until warmed and flavors meld, about 5 minutes. If you like some extra heat, stir in chipotle chiles en adobo. Season to taste with salt, and additional red-pepper flakes, if desired, and serve immediately. (You could also keep your queso in a slow-cooker on a low setting, stirring occasionally, to keep it molten.) Mixture will keep refrigerated for up to 1 week.
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Emran Tahir
tahir_emran54@hotmail.frThis queso is the perfect comfort food. It's so cheesy and gooey, and it's perfect for dipping tortilla chips, pretzels, or vegetables. I also love that it's so easy to make. I can have it on the table in just a few minutes.
Paulette Williams
williams-p@hotmail.frI made this queso for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I especially liked that it wasn't too spicy, so even my kids could enjoy it. I will definitely be making this again.
Thato Moshima
m_thato57@hotmail.comThis queso is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful, and it's the perfect party food. I always get rave reviews when I make it. Thanks for sharing this amazing recipe!
Khamisa Khan
khan-khamisa@gmail.comThis queso is the perfect comfort food. It's so cheesy and gooey, and it's perfect for dipping tortilla chips, pretzels, or vegetables. I also love that it's so easy to make. I can have it on the table in just a few minutes.
Zakaria Toumani
z-toumani@gmail.comI'm not usually a big fan of queso, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so smooth and creamy, and the flavor is amazing. I especially love the addition of the roasted tomatoes. They add a delicious smoky flavor that really takes this queso to the n
Marquetia J
marquetia_j@hotmail.comThis queso is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful, and it's the perfect party food. I always get rave reviews when I make it. Thanks for sharing this amazing recipe!
Ommie Williams
owilliams16@hotmail.comI love this queso! It's so creamy and flavorful, and it's the perfect party food. I always get rave reviews when I make it. Thanks for sharing this amazing recipe!
Bijoy Dutta
bijoy-dutta@yahoo.comThis queso is the perfect comfort food. It's so cheesy and gooey, and it's perfect for dipping tortilla chips, pretzels, or vegetables. I also love that it's so easy to make. I can have it on the table in just a few minutes.
Nasir Shake
s_nasir@yahoo.comI made this queso for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I especially liked that it wasn't too spicy, so even my kids could enjoy it. I will definitely be making this again.
Nashon Umba
umbanashon73@gmail.comThis queso is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful, and it's the perfect party food. I always get rave reviews when I make it. Thanks for sharing this amazing recipe!
muhii muhiii khan
khan_m@hotmail.comI've been making this queso for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect party food, and it's also great for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I love that it's so versatile. You can add different toppings and mix-ins to create your own unique fla
Irdajena Velija
irdajena_velija75@hotmail.co.ukThis queso is the perfect comfort food. It's so cheesy and gooey, and it's perfect for dipping tortilla chips, pretzels, or vegetables. I also love that it's so easy to make. I can have it on the table in just a few minutes.
Chelsey Hamilton
c_hamilton@yahoo.comI'm not usually a big fan of queso, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so smooth and creamy, and the flavor is amazing. I especially love the addition of the roasted tomatoes. They add a delicious smoky flavor that really takes this queso to the n
Gaming Bhai
gaming-b20@hotmail.co.ukThis is the best queso recipe I've ever tried! It's so creamy and flavorful, and it's the perfect party food. I always get rave reviews when I make it. Thanks for sharing this amazing recipe!
Veronica Craig
c-veronica@gmail.comI made this queso for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I especially liked that it wasn't too spicy, so even my kids could enjoy it. I will definitely be making this again.
Mdnipon khan
mdnipon_k@hotmail.co.ukThis queso dip is amazing! It's so creamy and cheesy, and the flavor is out of this world. I love that it's made with real cheese, and not just a processed cheese product. It's also really easy to make, which is a huge bonus. I'll definitely be makin
Meileinkya Mcduffie
m_m17@gmail.comI've tried many queso recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The combination of cheeses is perfect, and the addition of the green chiles and tomatoes gives it a delicious smoky flavor. I always make a double batch because it disappe
Mummy Cindy
cindym34@hotmail.comThis queso recipe is a lifesaver! I'm a busy working mom and I don't have a lot of time to cook. This recipe is so quick and easy, and it's always a hit with my family. The cheese is gooey and flavorful, and the salsa and guacamole add the perfect am