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A bowl of queso in the middle of a large white round serving platter filled with corn tortilla chips.

Easy Stovetop Queso

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  • Author: The BakerMama
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 3 cups

Description

Creamy cheddar cheese with fresh tomato, onion, jalapeño and cilantro make this Easy Stovetop Queso a flavorful party favorite.


Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped white onion
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (keep seeds for spiciness if desired)
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 and 1/2 cups milk, plus more if needed
  • 3 cups shredded medium cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup seeded and diced tomato
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan or skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, onion, and jalapeño, and cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Whisk in the flour, and then slowly whisk in the milk.
  3. Reduce the heat to low. Add the cheese and stir until melted. Stir in the tomato, cilantro, lime juice, and salt.
  4. Serve immediately, or keep warm while serving so it stays melted. Stir in additional milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, if the queso starts to thicken.