Description
Indulge in this creamy, savory queso fundido—perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in. This mouthwatering melted cheese dip is a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to prepare and customize.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Chihuahua cheese, shredded
- 2 fresh jalapeños, diced (adjust for spice level)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté the diced onion and jalapeños until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Lower the heat slightly and add the cheese blend in small handfuls, stirring constantly until melted and gooey.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped cilantro before serving.
- Serve immediately with crispy tortilla chips.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider incorporating other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
- Use freshly shredded cheese for optimal meltiness—avoid pre-shredded varieties.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg