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Authentic Restaurant-Style Queso Dip with melted cheese and fresh jalapeños on a rustic table

Authentic Restaurant-Style Queso Dip

Creamy, smooth white cheese dip that tastes exactly like your favorite Mexican restaurant's queso. Made with real cheese and a secret blend of peppers for the perfect flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk warmed
  • 8 oz white American cheese cubed
  • 4 oz Monterey Jack cheese shredded
  • 1 4 oz can diced green chiles
  • 2 tablespoons pickled jalapeño juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and white pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until foaming.
  2. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to create a light roux.
  3. Gradually add warm milk while whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
  4. Cook mixture for 2-3 minutes until it begins to thicken slightly.
  5. Reduce heat to low and add cubed American cheese, stirring until completely melted and smooth.
  6. Add shredded Monterey Jack cheese and stir until fully incorporated.
  7. Mix in diced green chiles, jalapeño juice, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and paprika.
  8. Season with salt and white pepper to taste, then simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat and let cool for 2 minutes before serving.
  10. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or transfer to a slow cooker on warm setting to keep hot.

Notes

For extra heat, add 1-2 diced fresh jalapeños. Keep warm in a slow cooker for parties. Leftover queso can be refrigerated for 3 days and reheated gently with a splash of milk.