Christmas Queso (Christmas Cheese Dip)
Christmas appetizer recipes do not need to be extravagant, they just need to taste good! This Christmas Queso is a delicious dip to make for friends and family.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 218kcal
Cost: $10
Equipment
- Large pot
- or slow cooker
Ingredients
- 16 ounces white American cheese *
- ¼ cup milk you can add more if you prefer a thinner queso
- 1 small can green chiles (drained) about 4 ounces
- 1 pinch cumin
- 1 pinch chili powder
- 2 tablespoons cilantro
- ½ Roma tomato diced
Instructions
Stove Top Instructions
- Begin by spraying a large pot with non-stick spray.
- Chop your cheese into cubes and add to the pot.16 ounces white American cheese
- Add the spices, milk, and green chiles then heat on medium low heat.¼ cup milk, 1 small can green chiles (drained), 1 pinch cumin, 1 pinch chili powder
- Stir frequently until the cheese is melted and everything is well combined.
- Top with cilantro and diced tomatoes. Serve with tortilla chips.2 tablespoons cilantro, ½ Roma tomato
Slow Cooker/Crockpot Instructions
- Combine all of your ingredients in a small slow cooker. Cook on low for one hour. Be sure to stir frequently. You can set to warm once melted to keep warm for parties.
Notes
*Check with the deli at your grocery store if you can't find it with the cheese.
Any nutritional information is an estimate by online calculators. Please verify using your own data.
Store any leftover dip in an airtight container in your fridge. It will be good for up to four days after making.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 218kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 1007mg | Potassium: 103mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 570IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 607mg | Iron: 1mg