Indulge in the irresistible flavors of my Mexican Restaurant Cheese Dip – a blend of creamy American cheese, spicy green chilies, and aromatic spices. This crowd-pleaser is perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to festive celebrations.
Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 cans chopped green chilies
- 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
- 1/2 cup milk, or as needed
- 1 pound white American cheese, cubed
Directions:
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the cubed white American cheese, milk, and butter.
- Cook the mixture until the cheese has completely melted, stirring frequently to ensure a smooth and even consistency.
- Once the cheese is melted, add the chopped green chilies to the saucepan.
- Sprinkle in the onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper to taste. Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper based on your preferred level of spiciness.
- Continue stirring the mixture over low heat to incorporate the spices evenly into the cheese dip.
- If the dip appears too thick, add more milk gradually until you achieve the desired consistency. Adjust the milk quantity according to your preference for a thicker or thinner dip.
- Heat the cheese dip through, making sure all the ingredients are well combined and heated evenly.
- Once the dip is heated and has reached the desired consistency, remove the saucepan from the heat.
- Serve the Mexican Restaurant Cheese Dip immediately, while it’s warm, with tortilla chips, nachos, or your favorite dipping accompaniments.
- Enjoy this delicious and flavorful cheese dip that captures the essence of a Mexican restaurant experience!
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 180 kcal | Servings: 6 servings