Ingredients
½ pound (about 225 grams) white American cheese for creamy base
¼ cup (60 ml) milk for thinning
1 tablespoon (14 grams) butter
1 can (approximately 4 ounces or 113 grams) diced green chilies for flavor boost
¼ teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon garlic salt (or about ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder as a substitute)
Pinch of cayenne pepper for desired spice level
Instructions
1-Combine cheese, milk, and butter in a saucepan or double boiler over low heat.
2-Stir frequently as you gently heat the mixture until the cheese is fully melted and smooth.
3-Add green chilies, cumin, garlic salt, and cayenne pepper, stirring well to incorporate.
4-Adjust the dips thickness by adding more milk for a thinner consistency or continue low heat to thicken.
5-Serve immediately with tortilla chips, tortillas, or as a complement to Mexican dishes.
Last Step:
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🔥 Heat slowly to prevent overcooking the milk and creating a grainy texture in your cheese dip
🥄 Constant stirring helps avoid sticking or burning while ensuring a smooth, creamy consistency
🌶️ Adjust spice levels by adding extra cayenne or finely diced jalapeños to suit your heat preference
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup
- Calories: 162
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 680
- Fat: 13
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 40