Recreate That Dreamy Mexican Restaurant Queso at Home!
You know that creamy, dreamy white queso dip you can never get enough of at your favorite Mexican restaurant? Well, you won’t believe how easy it is to recreate it at home! Here’s everything you need to know about the secret ingredient that gives this queso its smooth, rich texture.
The Secret Ingredient: White American Cheese
Many assume that authentic queso must use exotic cheeses, but the truth is surprisingly simple. The creamy queso dip you’re obsessed with is often made using white American cheese! That’s right, the cheese commonly found in sandwiches also works wonders in queso recipes. It melts beautifully, giving the dip its velvety texture.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
- 1 lb of white American cheese (ask for it at the deli counter)
- 1/2 cup of milk (or more for a thinner consistency)
- 1 tablespoon of butter
- 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped (optional for spice)
- 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Optional: a handful of chopped cilantro or a squeeze of lime juice for extra flavor.
How to Make It:
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Slowly add the chopped jalapeños (if you want it spicy), letting them soften for about 2 minutes.
- Lower the heat and add the white American cheese, cut into small cubes. Stir constantly.
- Slowly pour in the milk, mixing as you go to help the cheese melt evenly and create that silky consistency.
- Add garlic powder and salt to taste. Continue stirring until the cheese is fully melted and smooth.
- If you’d like, you can finish with cilantro or a dash of lime for an extra kick.
How to Serve Your Queso Dip:
Once your white queso is ready, there are endless ways to enjoy it:
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