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Queso

Tasty queso to go with any Mexican food or just eat with chips by the bagful!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Mexican, Queso, Side
Servings: 10 people
Author: Sophie May

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 8 oz Monterrey jack not pre-shredded
  • 12-16 oz white American cheese I found it at the deli section of my HEB
  • 1 tbsp corn starch
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup white onion diced
  • 1 jalapeno deseeded and chopped
  • 1 can diced tomatoes drained
  • 1/3 cup cilantro rough chop
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  • Grate your cheese and mix together with corn starch in a bowl.
  • Heat oil on high in a non-stick pan.
  • Add onion and pepper until softened.
  • Add diced tomatoes and drain off any excess moisture.
  • Add shredded cheese and cream and stir until melted.
  • Add cilantro and stir to combine. If it is too thick you can add additional cream.
  • Eat with chips and enjoy!