Cheesy Dip with Tortilla Chips 🧀🌶️
A warm, creamy dip that’s perfect for parties, movie nights, or quick snacks.
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 1 tablespoon All-purpose Flour
- ½ cup diced Tomatoes (or salsa)
- 1 small Jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- Salt and Black Pepper to taste
- Tortilla Chips for serving
Instructions
1. Make the base
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir in flour and cook for about 1 minute, whisking constantly.
2. Add milk
- Slowly pour in milk while whisking to avoid lumps.
- Cook until the mixture thickens slightly.
3. Add the cheese
- Lower the heat and stir in cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese until fully melted and smooth.
4. Add flavor
- Stir in diced tomatoes, jalapeño, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
5. Serve
- Pour the warm cheese dip into a bowl and serve immediately with tortilla chips.
Optional Toppings
You can also add:
- Cooked Ground Beef
- Black Beans
- Green Onions
✨ Tip: Keep the dip warm in a small slow cooker if serving at a party so it stays smooth and melty.
If you want, I can also show you a super famous 3-ingredient queso dip that takes only 5 minutes to make.
