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Creamy Three-Cheese Queso

By Christi • April 30, 2014 • Appetizers, Mexican Food

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If there’s anything I’ve learned throughout my years as a queso aficionado, it’s that there are a million varieties out there. Some are spicy, some are mild; some have sour cream, and I’ve even had queso with chicken stock in it. I judge a Mexican restaurant by how good their queso is, and Mexican restaurants in Texas are plentiful, so I’ve tried many, many types of queso.

My favorites always have a bit of a kick to them, but I know not everyone out there likes things quite as spicy as I do, so today I’m sharing a milder, extra-creamy queso. It’s perfect drizzled over nachos or served with guacamole, salsa, and a big bowl of your favorite tortilla chips. If you’re serving this for a party, you can put it all together ahead of time and then pour it into your slow cooker and set it on warm so it’s ready to serve when your company arrives. It reheats well, too, so stick any leftovers in your fridge and you’ll be all set for more munching the next day!

Creamy Three-Cheese Queso
 
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Prep time
15 mins
Cook time
30 mins
Total time
45 mins
 
Author: Christi
Recipe type: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 8-10
Ingredients
  • 4 tablespoons butter, halved
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups half and half
  • 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup shredded Monterrey Jack cheese, shredded
  • ¼ cup cream cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 jalapenos, seeds & membranes removed, minced
  • 1 poblano pepper, roasted & chopped
  • 1 can of tomatoes with green chiles
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ of a medium onion
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup cilantro, chopped
Instructions
  1. In a medium pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over low heat. Add onion and saute for 10 minutes over medium heat, or until the onions turn translucent. Add jalapeño and cook for an additional 2 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook for 2 more minutes.
  2. Remove onions, jalapeño, and garlic and set aside in a medium bowl. Add the poblano pepper, tomatoes with green chiles, and red pepper flakes to the bowl and mix everything together well.
  3. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the pot; when it is fully melted, add the flour and stir continuously for 3-4 minutes letting the mixture bubble and turn golden brown. Gradually whisk in the half and half, stirring continuously until the mixture is well blended. Turn the heat down to the very lowest setting and let the mixture cook for another 5 minutes (mixture should start to thicken).
  4. Add the cheddar and Monterrey Jack cheese to the pot ¼ cup at a time, stirring continuously until the cheese is fully incorporated; don't add any more cheese until the previous batch is well-mixed or you'll get clumping.
  5. Mix in the cream cheese, allowing it to melt.
  6. Remove the pot from the heat source and add the sour cream and the peppers, onions, tomatoes & garlic mixture. Stir well.
  7. Add cilantro to the cheese, stirring well, and then add salt as needed.
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About the Author

Christi

Christi is a graphic designer by day, and a foodie by... well, all the time. She and her husband Brian love to cook and bake together, and their three kids often get in on the fun, too.

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4 Comments

  • Reply Jalapeno Ranch Cilantro Dip | Food&FamFood&Fam April 30, 2014 at 11:50 am

    […] thinking of appetizers to go along with Mexican food, you probably think of the standard queso and guacamole options. We do too, for sure – in fact, just this week I shared our favorite […]

  • Reply Lauren April 30, 2014 at 5:48 pm

    Christi- You can’t forget how good chips & queso (even reheated!) are with your sister in law at any time of day or night watching HGTV and Food Network!

    • Reply Christi April 30, 2014 at 9:18 pm

      So true! You’re my favorite queso-eating partner! :)

  • Reply TexMex Chip & Dip Bar | Food&FamFood&Fam May 2, 2014 at 2:17 pm

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