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. It’s perfect for dipping tortilla chips, drizzling over nachos, or adding to your tacos and burritos!
📋 Ingredients:
- 1 lb white American cheese, shredded or cubed 🧀
- 1/2 cup whole milk 🥛
- 1/4 cup heavy cream 🥛
- 1/4 cup diced green chilies (canned or fresh) 🌶️
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 🌿
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 🌿
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin 🌿
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional) 🌶️
- Salt to taste 🧂
- Fresh cilantro or jalapeños for garnish (optional) 🌿
📝 Instructions:
1. Melt the Cheese:
- Combine cheese and liquids:
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the shredded or cubed white American cheese, milk, and heavy cream.
- 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.
