Crockpot Queso

This Crockpot Queso Cheese Dip is a delicious crowd pleaser, perfect for any gathering or party.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 50

Total Time 1

Course appetizer/dip

Cuisine Mexican

Servings people

Calories 402 kcal

Equipment

Crockpot

Ingredients

30 ounces fire-roasted diced tomatoes with green chiles such as Rotel or chunky salsa
24 ounces whole fat evaporated milk or unsweetened condensed milk
1 whole lime juiced
1 pound white American block-style cheese cubed
1 pound yellow American block-style cheese cubed
1 pound Velveeta Queso Blanco cheese cubed
7 ounces Supremo Mexican Blend cheese shredded
0.5 bunch fresh cilantro chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 whole jalapeno peppers seeded & ribs removed, diced
0.5 whole yellow onion diced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon chili powder optional

Instructions

Spray a large crockpot with nonstick cooking spray and set the temperature to high.
Add the tomatoes, milk, lime juice, cheeses and cilantro; mix well.
Place the lid on top of the crockpot.
Place the oil, onions, and jalapeno peppers in a medium skillet set over medium heat. Sauté the vegetables until tender and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add cumin, red pepper flakes, and chili powder; stir well and cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring continuously.
Add the sautéed vegetables to the cheese mixture in the crockpot and stir well.
Replace the lid, leaving it slightly ajar. Stir the cheese several times until the cheese is completely melted, about 30 minutes.
Lower the temperature to warm and stir about every 15-20 minutes. If needed, add a little evaporated milk if it thickens during warming.
Serve with your favorite chips/vegetables/crackers.

Notes

About 6-8 cups of cheese dip – enough to serve an entire party! The jalapeños add a little heat, but it's well-balanced by the rest of the ingredients. If you'd like to add meat, you can include ground beef, chorizo, rotisserie or shredded chicken, or other meats. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 402kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 22gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 93mgSodium: 1537mgPotassium: 423mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1123IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 966mgIron: 1mg

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