Oola

Life to Your Tastes

  • Life in Flavor
  • Everyday Life
  • Life at Home
  • Social Life
  • Family Life
  • Life in Flavor
  • Everyday Life
  • Life at Home
  • Social Life
  • Family Life
  • Life in Flavor

    Stephanie Frey / Shutterstock

    The Ultimate Queso Dip

    Brittany Baxter
    by Brittany Baxter
    January 14, 2019
    CourseAppetizer
    Total Time15 min
    Servings4
    DifficultyEasy

    The Ultimate Queso Dip

    Recipe

    Ingredients

    • 3 tablespoons butter
    • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    • 1 cup half-and-half
    • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
    • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
    • 1 serrano pepper, chopped

    Supplies

    • saucepan
    • whisk

    Directions

    1. In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Whisk in the flour until the mixture starts to bubble.

    2. Pour in the half-and-half and stir until well blended. Add the garlic salt, onion powder, chili powder, and cumin.

    3. Mix in the Monterey Jack cheese and stir until melted and smooth. Toss in the chopped cilantro and the serrano pepper. Mix well.

    4. Serve immediately with tortilla chips. Enjoy!

    Recipe Notes

    To reheat the queso dip, place it in the microwave, stirring it every 30 seconds until it is creamy and hot.

    Recipe By: Brittany Baxter

    Nothing says snack time like sitting down with some tortilla chips and a bowl of warm queso dip. This savory treat is excellent for just about any occasion, and you can add ingredients to it to make it even more delicious.

    Traditional Versus Yellow Queso Dip

    cheese dip

    Unsplash / Jennie Brown

    There are really two kinds of queso dip. Our queso is the traditional type, and the yellow variety is a more Americanized version. You should try making both the traditional queso and a yellow queso, such as our Velveeta queso dip, to see which kind you like better. You can’t go wrong with either of these delicious, cheesy dips. Both are outstanding and addictive. Don’t say we didn’t warn you.

    How To Spice Up Your Queso Dip

    chilis

    Unsplash / Katherine Lenhart

    There’s no need to stick to the recipe all the time. It can be fun to experiment with extra ingredients to see how delicious you can make your queso. Here are a few things you can add for a spicier queso dip:

    • sautéed ground beef
    • red pepper flakes
    • different cheeses
    • different peppers, such as jalapeño peppers, poblano peppers, or green chilis

    Where To Serve Your Queso Dip

    tortillas

    Unsplash / Shawn Fields

    Once you’ve mastered the craft of creating amazing cheesy dips, you might be wondering where to share such a delightful treat. You can serve your queso dip just about anywhere! Here are some especially great places to share your dip with friends and family:

    • Super Bowl parties are some of the best places to share your queso. Partygoers will love how easy it is to serve and munch without missing a single play.
    • Office potluck events are also perfect for your delicious dip. Your dip will liven up any assortment of food your coworkers bring, and they’ll probably be begging you for your recipe by the end of the lunch.
    • Family movie nights are excellent times to whip up some queso dip. Older teens not wanting to stick around for family time? Just tell them there will be queso dip, and they’ll soon change their tune.

    What To Serve With Your Queso Dip

    homemade pretzels on cooling rack

    Unsplash / David Nuescheler

    Serve these tasty sides alongside your ultimate queso dip:

    • homemade soft buttery pretzels
    • pita chips
    • tortilla chips
    • assorted raw vegetables

    Queso dip makes for a fantastic savory treat. The warm, bright, and cheesy flavors make this dish mouthwatering and addictive. Be sure to bring some to your next social gathering!

    Share This Recipe

      Primary Sidebar

      Most Popular

      Unhappy black couple sitting on bed after having argument
      Social LifeEye-Opening Moments Folks Realized Their Parents Were Horrible People
      Amelia Vazquez
      Social LifePeople Who Are Questioning If They Are Overreacting In These Messed-Up Situations
      Amelia Vazquez
      Social LifeMost Ludicrous Reasons Employees Were Fired
      Amelia Vazquez
      Our mission is to help you live your life to your tastes by empowering you with the most useful information, inspiration, guides, and reviews to help life taste sweeter.
      • Life in Flavor
      • Everyday Life
      • Life at Home
      • Social Life
      • Family Life
      • About Us
      • Contact Us
      • Privacy Policy
      • Terms of Use
      Do Not Sell My Personal Information Change Consent