Description
This Crockpot Queso Recipe is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, featuring a blend of cheeses, tomatoes, and jalapenos for a creamy and flavorful dip. Perfect for parties or game day gatherings!
Ingredients
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For the Queso:
- 30 ounces fire-roasted diced tomatoes with green chiles such as Rotel or chunky salsa
- 24 ounces whole fat evaporated milk or unsweetened condensed milk
- 1 whole lime juiced
- 1 pound white American block-style cheese cubed
- 1 pound yellow American block-style cheese cubed
- 1 pound Velveeta Queso Blanco cheese cubed
- 7 ounces Supremo Mexican Blend cheese shredded
- 1/2 bunch fresh cilantro chopped
For the Sauteed Vegetables:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded & ribs removed, diced
- 1/2 yellow onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
Instructions
- Spray a large crockpot with nonstick cooking spray and set the temperature to high. Add the tomatoes, milk, lime juice, cheeses, and cilantro; mix well.
- Place the lid on top of the crockpot. In a medium skillet, sauté the oil, onions, and jalapeno peppers until tender. Add cumin, red pepper flakes, and chili powder, then add the sautéed vegetables to the cheese mixture in the crockpot. Stir well.
- Replace the lid, leaving it slightly ajar. Stir occasionally until the cheese is completely melted, about 30 minutes. Lower the temperature to warm and stir every 15-20 minutes. Serve with chips/vegetables/crackers.
Notes
- Yield: About 6-8 cups of cheese dip – enough to serve an entire party!
- Skip jalapeños for less spice or add more for heat.
- Substitute taco seasoning for the spice mix.
- Add cooked meat like ground beef, sausage, or chicken if desired.
- Keep warm in the crockpot on the warm setting, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
