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Cheesy Tex-Mex Dip


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A creamy and cheesy dip perfect for tortilla chips.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ white onion (finely diced)
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 ½ cups cheddar cheese (freshly shredded)
  • 2 ½ cups Tex-Mex cheese (shredded)
  • 1 12-ounce can evaporated milk
  • 1 10-ounce can Rotel Original
  • 1 4-ounce can green chilies
  • chopped tomatoes (for garnish)
  • fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add onion and garlic and cook for about 3-5 minutes (until soft).
  2. Add both cheeses, a handful at a time, stirring well between each batch until melted, then repeat.
  3. Adjust the heat to low and slowly stir in milk and continue stirring until everything is mixed and starts to slightly thicken (note: ensure you are on low and stir regularly or the sauce can separate).
  4. Stir in Rotel, green chilis, and salt until heated thoroughly, then remove from heat and serve with tortilla chips.

Notes

  • Ensure to stir regularly to prevent the sauce from separating.
  • Feel free to adjust the spice level by adding jalapeños or more Rotel.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg