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mexican restaurant style cheese dip

Mexican Restaurant Style Cheese Dip: 7 Cheesy Secrets!


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Creamy and flavorful cheese dip inspired by Mexican restaurants.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine cream cheese and milk over medium heat.
  2. Stir until cream cheese melts and blends smoothly.
  3. Add shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.
  4. Mix in diced tomatoes, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin.
  5. Continue stirring until all cheese is melted and dip is smooth.
  6. Season with salt to taste.
  7. Serve warm with tortilla chips.

Notes

  • For spicier dip, add jalapeños.
  • Can be made in a slow cooker on low setting.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • 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: 500mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: mexican restaurant style cheese dip