Simple Queso Blanco

You are reading this, so I have to assume it is because you are an absolute sucker for queso. While any queso with chips is a treat for me, I am obsessed with the delicious goodness of queso blanco. I have put together a quick answer for when that craving comes knocking. You can spice this recipe up or dial it down whatever your preference. Lets walk through the recipe here, but don’t fret friend, I will have a pretty printable copy at the bottom. 🙂

Here’s what you’ll need:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. white American cheese, grated
• 3 Tbsp. milk
• 1 Tbsp. butter
• 1- 8 oz. cream cheese
• 1- 4 oz. cans chopped green chiles
• 2 Tbs. cilantro
• 1/4-1/2 Tbsp. chopped jalapenos
• 1 tsp. cumin
• 1 tsp. chili powder
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 tsp. onion powder

Instructions:

1. First, put cheese, butter, cream cheese, and milk into a stockpot and melt together over medium heat, stirring often.
2. Next, continue heating and stirring until everything is well combined and smooth.
3. Then, add green chiles, cilantro, jalapenos, and spices and mix until well incorporated.
4. Transfer to a crockpot to keep warm, or serve immediately.
5. Finally, serve with corn chips, warm flour tortillas, or maybe fresh vegetables.

Notes:

• For more convenience, use a crockpot. Stir it frequently early on while the cheese is melting and incorporating. Once it is melted this method requires less attention.
• “Up the heat” by adding Rotel tomatoes and/or cayenne pepper.
• You can reduce the heat by removing the jalapenos or cutting back on green chiles.

This recipe is super versatile and can be adapted to your liking. Don’t be scared, jump in and make it your own!

I keep my promises, keep it simple and print it out below ⇓

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Simple Queso Blanco

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

20 mins

Total Time

25 mins

 

Course: Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: Mexican

Servings: 4 cups

Author: Jacquelyn @ www.lifelovenandlaundry.com

Ingredients

• 1 lb. white American cheese, grated
• 3 Tbsp. milk
• 1 Tbsp. butter
• 8 oz. cream cheese
• 1 -4 oz. cans green chiles chopped
• 2 Tbsp. cilantro
• 1/4-1/2 Tbsp. jalapenos chopped
• 1 tsp. cumin
• 1 tsp. chili powder
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 tsp. onion powder

Instructions

1. Put cheese, butter, cream cheese, and milk into a stockpot and melt together on medium heat, stirring often

2. Continue heating and stirring until everything is well combined and smooth

3. When this is accomplished, add green chiles, jalapenos, cilantro, and other spices and mix until well incorporated

4. Transfer to a crockpot to keep warm or serve immediately

5. Serve with corn chips, warm flour tortillas, or fresh vegetables

Recipe Notes

• For more convenience, this recipe can be done completely in the crockpot as long as it is stirred very frequently early on while the cheese is melting and incorporating.
• You can "up the heat" by adding Rotel tomatoes and/or cayenne pepper.
• You can reduce the heat by removing one or both cans of green chiles.

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