๐Ÿง€ Mexican Restaurant Cheese Dip Recipe ๐ŸŒถ๏ธ

This Mexican Restaurant Cheese Dip is creamy, smooth, and packed with rich, cheesy flavor, just like the queso dip served at your favorite Mexican restaurant. Itโ€™s perfect for dipping tortilla chips, drizzling over nachos, or adding to your tacos and burritos!

๐Ÿ“‹ Ingredients:

  • 1 lb white American cheese, shredded or cubed ๐Ÿง€
  • 1/2 cup whole milk ๐Ÿฅ›
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream ๐Ÿฅ›
  • 1/4 cup diced green chilies (canned or fresh) ๐ŸŒถ๏ธ
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder ๐ŸŒฟ
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder ๐ŸŒฟ
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin ๐ŸŒฟ
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional) ๐ŸŒถ๏ธ
  • Salt to taste ๐Ÿง‚
  • Fresh cilantro or jalapeรฑos for garnish (optional) ๐ŸŒฟ

๐Ÿ“ Instructions:

1. Melt the Cheese:

  1. Combine cheese and liquids:
  • In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the shredded or cubed white American cheese, milk, and heavy cream.
  1. Melt the cheese:
  • Stir constantly as the cheese begins to melt, making sure to prevent it from sticking to the bottom. Continue stirring until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.

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