Description

Velveeta Queso is the ultimate creamy, cheesy dip that’s perfect for any party or gathering. Made with Velveeta cheese and a blend of flavorful ingredients like tomatoes, chilies, and spices, this dip delivers a rich, smooth, and irresistibly gooey texture. Whether you’re serving it with tortilla chips, crackers, or veggies, Velveeta Queso is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. It’s quick and easy to make, making it the ideal go-to recipe for game day, holidays, or casual snacking.

Ingredients

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1 (16 oz) block Velveeta cheese, cubed
1 (10 oz) can Ro*Tel diced tomatoes with green chilies (mild or hot, based on preference)
¼ cup milk (more if you want a thinner dip)
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter (optional, for added richness)
½ teaspoon ground cumin (optional, for extra flavor)
½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional, for added seasoning)
Tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables for serving

Ingredient Highlights

Velveeta Cheese: The star ingredient, Velveeta cheese, is known for its smooth melting properties and mild flavor, making it perfect for a creamy, gooey dip.
Ro*Tel Tomatoes with Green Chilies: This blend of tomatoes and green chilies adds just the right amount of spice and tang to the dip, enhancing the flavor without overwhelming it.
Milk: A small amount of milk helps to achieve the perfect creamy texture, so you can adjust the consistency to your liking.
Spices (Optional): Ground cumin and garlic powder bring depth and extra flavor to the dip, though these are optional depending on your taste preferences.

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Instructions

Prepare the Queso Dip:

Cube the Velveeta Cheese: Cut the Velveeta cheese into small cubes to help it melt more quickly and evenly.
Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the cubed Velveeta cheese, Ro*Tel tomatoes with green chilies, and milk. If using, add the olive oil or butter, cumin, and garlic powder for extra flavor.
Melt the Cheese: Stir occasionally until the Velveeta cheese has completely melted and the mixture is smooth. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Adjust the Consistency: If the queso is too thick, add more milk a little at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
Simmer: Let the dip simmer on low heat for another 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning, until it’s warm and creamy.
Serve: Transfer the queso to a serving bowl and serve immediately with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 200-250 kcal
Fat: 16g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 8g