Sobre esta receta

Cremoso, aterciopelado y lleno de sabor — este es el dip de queso que harás repetidamente. Basado en una salsa blanca sencilla hecha con roux y cargado de queso derretido, tomates picados y chiles verdes, se mantiene suave y fácil de servir desde el primer bocado hasta la última tortilla. No se requiere queso procesado, solo ingredientes reales y una técnica infalible.

Instrucciones

1. 1

   Grate the Sharp Cheddar Cheese and Monterey Jack Cheese on the large holes of a Grater. Set aside at room temperature — cold cheese added to a hot sauce is the #1 cause of grainy queso.

2. 2

   In a medium Saucepan over ^[medium heat], melt the Butter. Add the diced White Onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 4–5 minutes. Add the Garlic and Jalapeno (if using) and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.

3. 3

   Sprinkle the All-Purpose Flour over the White Onion mixture and stir constantly with a Wooden Spoon or Whisk for 1–2 minutes, until the raw flour smell cooks off and the mixture looks slightly golden. This is your roux — it's what keeps the queso smooth.

4. 4

   Slowly pour in the warm Milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Add the Heavy Cream. Continue whisking over ^[medium heat] until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 3–4 minutes.

5. 5

   Stir in the drained Diced Tomatoes with Green Chiles, Cumin, Chili Powder, Paprika, Kosher Salt, and Black Pepper. Reduce heat to ^[low].

6. 6

   Add the grated Sharp Cheddar Cheese one small handful at a time, stirring each addition fully into the sauce before adding the next. Never rush this step — adding cheese too fast or over high heat will cause it to seize and turn grainy.

7. 7

   Once all the Sharp Cheddar Cheese is melted and the queso is smooth and glossy, stir in the fresh Lime Juice. Taste and adjust Kosher Salt as needed.

8. 8

   Transfer to a warm serving bowl or keep in the Saucepan on the lowest heat setting. Garnish with chopped Cilantro, Pickled Jalapeno Slices, and a pinch of Paprika. Serve immediately with tortilla chips.