Nitrate & Nitrite Free Classic Queso
Total time25 min
Prep time10 min
Cook time15 min
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8 servings
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ cup white onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles, drained
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 8 oz american cheese, torn or cut into small pieces
- 4 oz monterey jack cheese, freshly grated
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp chili powder
- salt, to taste
For serving
- tortilla chips, for serving
- fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
- pickled jalapeño slices (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and jalapeño and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 4–5 minutes.
- 2
Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Watch closely so the garlic does not brown.
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