Three Ingredient White Queso Dip
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3.8
Three Ingredient White Queso Dip
Description
The Three Ingredient White Queso Dip combines white American cheese slices with whole milk and an optional taco seasoning to create a simple and creamy cheese sauce. The cheese is cut or torn into pieces and melted slowly over medium-low heat while whisking to avoid burning, resulting in a smooth and fluid dip. As it cools, the queso thickens, but extra milk can be added to adjust the consistency or it can be gently reheated. This approach yields a straightforward white queso that serves well as a dip or sauce base.
The mild American cheese gives the dip a gentle cheesiness that pairs well with the bright seasoning from the optional taco spice. The preparation technique ensures the sauce is smooth without lumps or scorching. It is savory and creamy with slight seasoning notes when the taco mixture is included.
This dip can be served immediately warm with tortilla chips, as a sauce over tacos, or alongside other Mexican dishes. Its quick assembly and familiar dairy ingredients make it practical for casual snacking or gatherings.
To avoid burning, keep heat low and whisk constantly. The cheese source matters: deli counter slices produce better texture than pre-packaged individual slices. Adjust consistency by stirring in additional milk as needed during serving.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound American cheese deli slices, white
- 1/2 cup milk whole
- 1 teaspoon taco seasoning optional
Instructions
- Cut or tear the cheese slices into quarters and place in the bottom of a medium sauce pan. Add the milk and turn the heat to medium low.
- Whisk constantly, being careful to scrape the bottom so as not to burn the cheese. Reduce the heat if needed to prevent the cheese from burning. Continue whisking until the cheese has fully melted into a smooth sauce.
- Sprinkle in the taco seasoning, whisk well, and serve immediately.
- Cheese will begin to thicken as it cools. You can stir in more milk to make for a thinner consistency as it cools or you can reheat as needed.
Notes
- Use deli counter white American cheese slices rather than individually wrapped versions for better melting quality.
- Constantly whisk the cheese and milk over low heat to prevent burning and achieve a smooth sauce.
- The taco seasoning is optional and can be replaced by cumin or hot sauce according to taste preferences.
- The queso thickens as it cools; stir in more milk to thin, or reheat gently when serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 152 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 152kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 39mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 641mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 76mg | 2% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 390IU | 8% |
| Calcium | 418mg | 42% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
3.8
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