Slow Cooker White Queso
A creamy white queso made in the slow cooker with white American cheese, half-and-half or milk, green chiles and warm spices. Serve it hot with tortilla chips or vegetables.
Ingredients
- 1 lb white American cheese cubed
- 1 cup half-and-half or whole milk
- 4 oz green chiles diced
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- salt to taste
- fresh cilantro chopped, optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Cut the white American cheese into small, even cubes so it melts evenly.
- Place the cubed cheese in the slow cooker and pour in the half-and-half or milk. Add the green chiles, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder and onion powder.
- Cover and cook on low for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the cheese is melted and smooth.
- Taste and add salt as needed. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro if you like.
- Serve hot from the slow cooker with tortilla chips, fresh vegetables, or drizzled over tacos, nachos or enchiladas.
Notes
If you cannot find white American cheese, a blend of Monterey Jack and mozzarella works, though the texture may vary. For more heat, use diced jalapenos instead of mild green chiles.
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