Pepper Jack Ranch Queso Dip 2 Ways Recipes

PEPPER JACK QUESO RECIPE

Steps:

• In a small bowl, add the shredded Pepper Jack cheese and sprinkle the cornstarch over the top. Gently mix to coat, then set aside.
• In a food processor, with the grater attachment on, grate the onion, red pepper, jalapeno and garlic (Note: if you don't have a food processor, you can dice them with a knife).
• In a saucepan, melt the butter and add the onion and vegetable mixture. Saute, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft but not brown.
• Add the evaporated milk, cream, green chilies, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, red pepper flakes and the reserved shredded cheese. Mix together, then simmer on low and stir until the cheese is melted and smooth.
• Transfer the warm queso to a serving bowl and serve with fresh veggies or tortilla chips. Enjoy!

PEPPER JACK QUESO DIP

Steps:

• Toss the shredded cheese with the cornstarch; set aside.
• Place the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat; add the onion, pepper, cumin, and salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions start to soften and become translucent, about 4 minutes.
• Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Add the milk and bring to a simmer.
• A handful at a time, add the cheese to the saucepan, stirring after each addition until melted. Let the queso simmer for 2 to 3 minutes. Taste the dip (caution-it's hot!) and adjust for seasoning (be careful with salt because tortilla chips are usually already pretty salty).
• Transfer the queso to a bowl. Top with some cilantro and serve with tortilla chips for dipping.

PEPPER JACK RANCH QUESO DIP-2 WAYS

Steps:

• Stir all ingredients together in a microwaveable bowl for 6 minutes until Velveeta is melted; stirring every 2 minutes. Serve with chips, crackers or veggies.