Ultimate Queso Dip

Name: Ultimate Queso Dip
Ingredients: 1 tbsp butter; 3 tbsp onion (minced); 3 cloves garlic (minced); 1 jalapeno (seeded and minced); 1-2 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo (chopped); 1 3/4 cup half and half; 1 tbsp cornstarch; 4 oz cream cheese (cut in cubes, softened); 2 tsp ground mustard; 1/8 tsp ground paprika; 1/8 tsp ground coriander; black pepper (pinch); 8 oz mild cheddar (shredded); 4 oz white cheddar cheese (shredded)

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This flavorful homemade queso dip is the perfect party appetizer!

Ultimate Queso Dip

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Ingredients

1 tbsp butter
3 tbsp onion minced
3 cloves garlic minced
1 jalapeno seeded and minced
1-2 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo chopped
1 3/4 cup half and half
1 tbsp cornstarch
4 oz cream cheese cut in cubes, softened
2 tsp ground mustard
1/8 tsp ground paprika
1/8 tsp ground coriander
black pepper pinch
8 oz mild cheddar shredded
4 oz white cheddar cheese shredded

Instructions

In a large skillet set over medium heat add the butter. When the butter has melted, add the onion, garlic and jalapeño. Saute for 3-4 minutes or until soft and fragrant.
Add the chopped chilies, then the half & half. Whisk in the cornstarch and bring to a low simmer. Turn the heat to low, whisk in the mustard, paprika, coriander and black pepper.
When the mixture is smooth, sprinkle in the cheese a little at a time and continue to whisk until smooth and creamy. Serve immediately.