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Mexican Restaurant Cheese Dip (Queso Blanco)

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A smooth, creamy, and stretchy white cheese dip just like the kind served at Mexican restaurants. Perfect for chips, tacos, or nachos, and ready in just 15 minutes.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 to 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound white American cheese, cut into cubes
  • 1 cup whole milk or half-and-half
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat.
  2. Add the cubed white American cheese to the saucepan.
  3. Pour in the milk or half-and-half.
  4. Stir constantly over low heat until the cheese is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  5. Once the dip reaches the desired consistency, remove from heat and serve warm.

Notes

  • For added flavor, stir in cumin, chili powder, or finely chopped jalapeños.
  • Use half-and-half for an extra creamy texture.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave, adding milk if needed to thin.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg