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An Authentic Easy Queso Dip Recipe

June 30, 2019

My easy queso dip recipe is not only simple to make, but it is also a huge party hit.  As well as being one of the first foods to disappear at parties, this queso is one of my most requested recipes.  The addition of freshly sautéed onions, jalapeño peppers, and cherry tomatoes add a special touch to this highly addictive queso.  The magic is also in the seasoning.  You will have to read the full recipe below to learn which ingredient gives this easy queso dip its distinct flavor.

My signature queso is perfect for dipping your favorite tortilla chips or vegetables.  It is also a delicious topping for enchiladas, nachos, or flautas.  The possibilities are endless.

Let’s get to dipping into An Authentic Easy Queso Dip Recipe!

 

An Authentic Easy Queso Dip Recipe featured by top US food blog, Food Diary of a City Girl: image of a bowl with queso dip surrounded by onion, three peppers, and cherry tomatoes.

Easy Queso Dip Recipe

 

An Authentic Easy Queso Dip Recipe featured by top US food blog, Food Diary of a City Girl: image of a bowl with queso dip surrounded by onion, three peppers, and cherry tomatoes.

Authentic Easy Queso Dip Recipe

Easy Queso Recipe
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz Velveeta
  • 1 medium onion
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes
  • 3 jalapeño peppers
  • ¼ cup milk or water
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Knorr chicken flavor bouillon

Instructions
 

  • Dice the medium onion into ¼ inch pieces and set aside.
  • Wash the pint of cherry tomatoes and jalapeño peppers.
  • Quarter the cherry tomatoes and set aside.
  • Slice the jalapeño peppers in half. If you prefer a mild queso, remove the seeds. Slice the halved peppers in half. Align the sliced jalapeños and dice into ¼ inch pieces. Set aside.
  • Chop 16 oz of Velveeta into small pieces and set aside. The cheese will melt faster if it is cut into pieces.
  • Place a medium sauté skillet on medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil in pan.
  • Once the oil is hot, add the diced onions. Sautée onions for about five minutes or until they are transluscent.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add jalapeño peppers to onions. Heat for two minutes.
  • Add chopped cherry tomatoes to jalapeño peppers and onions. Heat for two minutes.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of Knorr chicken flavor bouillon to mixture. Stir Knorr to incorporate among the vegetables.
  • Add Velveeta to the vegetable and Knorr mixture. The Velveeta will melt relatively quickly with the heated vegetables. Stir all the ingredients to remove any lumps. Add 1/4 cup of milk to the mixture and stir until smooth.
  • Pour the easy queso dip into a serving bowl and enjoy with chips or veggies. Happy dipping!
    An Authentic Easy Queso Dip Recipe featured by top US food blog, Food Diary of a City Girl: image of a bowl with queso dip surrounded by onion, three peppers, and cherry tomatoes.

 

An Authentic Easy Queso Dip Recipe featured by top US food blog, Food Diary of a City Girl: image of a bowl with queso dip.

Easy Queso Dip Recipe

 

Tools Used for this Authentic Easy Queso Dip Recipe

1 medium sauté skillet

1 serving bowl

1 cutting board

1 sharp knife

Measuring cups and measuring spoons

 

An Authentic Easy Queso Dip Recipe featured by top US food blog, Food Diary of a City Girl: image of a bowl with queso dip.

Easy Queso Dip Recipe

 

I hope you enjoy this easy queso dip recipe as much as I do.  Tip:  If you or your guests are not a fan of spicy foods, remove the jalapeño seeds from the peppers before incorporating them into the recipe.   If you prefer a spicier queso, add more jalapeños or peppers with a higher heat intensity.

This easy queso dip recipe is a guaranteed  party hit!  It always makes an appearance when I prepare Mexican cuisine or when I host a party.  My easy queso dip also pairs well with a my Tamarind Margarita.  To see the recipe, click here.

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