Easy Queso Dip
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5
Easy Queso Dip
Description
The dip starts by cooking ground pork sausage and diced onion to build a savory base. Flour and cumin are added to the cooked meat mixture to thicken the sauce and introduce a subtle earthiness. Evaporated milk is poured in and brought to a simmer, creating a creamy liquid base. Diced tomatoes with chilies and diced jalapenos add moisture and a moderate heat level with mild piquancy and sweetness. Cream cheese is stirred in for richness and smoothness, followed by hot sauce to elevate the spice profile. Sharp cheddar cheese is the final ingredient, melting into the mixture and providing a sharp, melty texture characteristic of queso dips.
Once everything is combined and heated through until smooth, the dip is ready to serve garnished with fresh pico de gallo. The dish pairs naturally with tortilla chips, offering a blend of creamy, spicy, and savory flavors with a touch of freshness from the garnish. The dip holds well for occasional reheating and sharing.
Nutritional information is calculated without garnish or chips, indicating a focus on the dip itself. This queso balances meaty texture, creamy cheese, and spicy tomato components.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces ground pork sausage
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 12 ounces evaporated milk 1 can
- 12 ounces canned diced tomatoes 1 can, with chilies
- 4 ounces jalapeno pepper drained, diced
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded sharp
- Pico de Gallo for garnish
- tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Cook sausage and onions in a 10" skillet. Drain any fat.
- Add flour and cumin and cook 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add evaporated milk, bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, jalapenos, cream cheese, and hot sauce. Cook until melted and heated through, about 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese until smooth.
- Garnish with pico de gallo and serve with tortilla chips.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 206 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 206 | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 47mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 297mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 262mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 479IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 233mg | 23% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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