Beef Queso Dip
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Beef Queso Dip
Description
Beef Queso Dip starts with browning ground beef seasoned with Creole seasoning, chili powder, and cumin, which imparts a mildly spiced, savory flavor. After draining excess fat, Velveeta and shredded Monterey Jack cheese are melted into the pan, creating a creamy and rich cheese sauce. The addition of diced tomatoes, green chiles, and salsa verde adds moisture and a balanced tangy and slightly spicy flavor. Stirring the cooked beef back in along with freshly chopped cilantro creates a hearty dip with layers of flavor. This dip is best served hot and can be used as an appetizer or a complement to nachos or tacos.
To serve, spoon the dip into a warm bowl and pair it with sturdy dippers like tortilla chips or cut vegetables. The texture is smooth and cheesy with savory beef chunks dispersed throughout.
For reheating, microwave the dip in short intervals, stirring between, and add milk if needed to reach the desired consistency. This will keep the dip creamy and prevent it from becoming too thick or drying out.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces ground beef
- 1 teaspoon creole seasoning Emeril's Essence brand
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 8 ounces Velveeta cheese cubed
- ½ cup Monterey jack cheese shredded
- ½ cup diced tomatoes canned
- ¼ cup green chiles canned chopped
- ¼ cup salsa verde
- 2 tablespoons cilantro fresh, chopped leaves
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium high heat. Add ground beef, Emeril's Essence, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper, to taste. Cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes, making sure to crumble the beef as it cooks; drain excess fat and transfer to a plate.
- Add VELVEETA® to the saucepan, stirring until melted. Stir in Monterey Jack cheese, diced tomatoes, green chiles and salsa verde until well combined.
- Stir in ground beef and cilantro until heated through, about 1-2 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Reheat the dip in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each to prevent scorching.
- Add a splash of milk when reheating if the dip becomes too thick to restore a smooth texture.
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Overall Rating
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