How to Make Homemade Queso/Cheese Dip

Cheese dip is a party favorite.

Queso dip is a classic party appetizer when served alongside tortilla chips. While you could just open a jar of store-bought cheese dip and microwave it, making your own from scratch will allow you to customize the flavor. Queso dip typically features a Mexican twist, such as the addition of hot peppers or salsa. Serve the cheese dip warm for the best flavor and a creamy texture. If you want to keep the dip warm over a long period of time, place it in a fondue pot and allow party guests to spoon some onto their plates.

Things You'll Need

• 2 tbsp. butter
• Medium nonstick saucepan
• 2 tbsp. corn starch
• 3/4 cups sour cream
• 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar
• 1 cup of shredded Monterey jack cheese
• 1 cup canned green chilies
• 2 tbsp. chopped, fresh cilantro
• 1 cup salsa

Instructions

1. Melt 2 tbsp. of butter in a nonstick saucepan over medium heat.

2. Stir in 2 tbsp. of corn starch to create a paste. Next, incorporate 3/4 cup of sour cream into the mixture by blending well with a spoon.

3. Pour 1 cup each of shredded sharp cheddar and shredded Monterey jack cheese into the pan. Reduce the heat to low and stir the mixture until the cheese melts.

4. Add 1 cup of canned green chilies, 2 tbsp. of chopped, fresh cilantro and 1 cup of mild, medium or hot tomato salsa, depending on your preference.

5. Stir all of the ingredients together until the cheese dip is smooth and creamy. Serve warm with tortilla chips.

References

• All Recipes: Queso Dip
• ABC News; Emeril's Queso Dip Recipe; Emeril Lagasse