Description
A luscious blend of melting cheeses and spices that creates a comforting, creamy dip perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1 cup aged cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup jalapeños or green chiles, diced
- Optional: 1/2 cup sautéed mushrooms or cooked chorizo
Instructions
- In a medium skillet, heat oil over medium heat and sauté diced onions until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and spices, letting them bloom for a minute.
- Lower the heat, then mix in the cheese blends and heavy cream, stirring until creamy.
- Fold in jalapeños or cooked chorizo if desired.
- Season to taste with fresh cilantro just before serving.
Notes
For the best texture, avoid pre-shredded cheese and melt the cheese slowly without boiling. Serve warm with tortilla chips or veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: cheese dip, creamy dip, Mexican appetizer, party food, easy recipe