Description
Creamy white cheese dip elevates Mexican culinary traditions with irresistible flavor. Smooth, rich cheese blends seamlessly, creating a perfect companion for tortilla chips and authentic Latin American gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) white, deli-sliced American cheese
- 2/3 cup (160 milliliters) milk or half-and-half
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chipotle powder (optional)
Additional Ingredients:
- 3/4 tablespoons (11 milliliters) canned, chopped green chiles or jalapenos
Instructions
- Prepare a slow cooker or double boiler on low heat setting to ensure gentle, even melting of cheese.
- Combine milk, chopped green chiles, and selected spices in the cooking vessel, creating a smooth liquid base for the dip.
- Incorporate American cheese gradually, allowing each portion to melt completely before adding the next slice.
- Stir the mixture consistently to prevent cheese from sticking or burning at the bottom of the pot.
- Continue heating and stirring until the dip reaches a rich, creamy consistency that coats the back of a spoon.
- Adjust seasoning with additional spices if needed, tasting to ensure balanced flavor profile.
- Keep the dip warm on the lowest heat setting, stirring occasionally to maintain smooth texture.
- Serve immediately with tortilla chips, fresh vegetables, or warm bread for optimal enjoyment.
- If the dip becomes too thick, thin it out by stirring in small amounts of warm milk until desired consistency is reached.
- For best results, consume within 1-2 hours of preparation to maintain ideal texture and temperature.
Notes
- Gentle heat prevents cheese from burning or becoming grainy, ensuring a smooth, creamy texture every time.
- Stir ingredients consistently to distribute heat evenly and prevent cheese from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- For a lighter version, substitute whole milk with low-fat milk or use reduced-fat cheese without compromising flavor.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting chile pepper quantities or using mild, medium, or hot varieties to suit personal spice preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 880 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg