Description
A warm, creamy cheese dip that brings everyone together, perfect for game nights, parties, or cozy movie marathons.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups white cheese (like Monterey Jack or Queso Blanco)
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Chopped jalapeños (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir in the flour to create a roux and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, cooking until thickened.
- Reduce heat to low and add the white cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Mix in chopped jalapeños for extra flavor.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips.
Notes
This dip can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of milk if it thickens too much.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg