Queso Blanco Recipe
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Queso Blanco Recipe
Description
The Queso Blanco Recipe begins by making a roux with butter and flour over medium-low heat, then whisking in whole milk to create a creamy base. Diced canned green chilies and spices including garlic salt, onion powder, chili powder, and optional cumin enhance the flavor. Shredded sharp white cheddar cheese is melted into the sauce until smooth.
Freshly chopped cilantro and diced tomatoes are mixed in just before serving, adding freshness and texture. The dip has a velvety texture ideal for tortilla chips and vegetable dipping.
Queso Blanco can be prepared ahead and kept warm in a slow cooker. Leftovers store well refrigerated or frozen and reheat smoothly with added milk to maintain consistency. To avoid graininess or separation, keep the heat low and stir often, using room-temperature dairy helps integration.
For extra heat, add red pepper flakes or sliced jalapenos as desired.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups milk whole
- 1 (4-ounce) can green chilies diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin optional
- 1 cup cheddar cheese white, sharp, shredded
- 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped, fresh
- 2 tablespoons tomato chopped
Instructions
- Melt butter in a medium pot over medium-low heat. Whisk in flour until bubbly.
- Add milk and stir until well combined. Add green chilies, garlic salt, onion powder, chili powder and cumin.
- Add cheese and mix until smooth. Add cilantro and tomatoes right before serving and mix well. Serve warm with tortilla chips or vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- This dip can be prepared ahead and kept warm in a slow cooker for up to 4 hours.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for 1-2 months; reheat gently with added milk to restore smoothness.
- Maintain low heat and constant stirring when cooking to prevent the cheese from separating or becoming grainy.
- Using room-temperature milk and cheese helps achieve a smooth, lump-free dip.
- Add red pepper flakes or sliced jalapenos for a spicier version if desired.
- Using a small crock pot is convenient for keeping queso warm during gatherings.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 105 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 105kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 25mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 326mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 75mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 302IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 128mg | 13% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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