Description
Indulge in this creamy and cheesy Mexican Restaurant Cheese Dip, packed with flavor from sautéed veggies and spices. Perfect for dipping tortilla chips or as a topping for your favorite dishes!
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables:
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute. - Add Tomatoes:
Stir in the diced tomatoes with green chilies and cook for 2 minutes. - Add Milk:
Pour in the milk and bring to a simmer. - Add Cheese:
Gradually stir in the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses until melted and smooth. - Season:
Add the ground cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine. - Serve:
Transfer the cheese dip to a serving dish and enjoy warm with tortilla chips or as a topping for your favorite Mexican dishes.
Notes
This cheese dip is best served warm and can be easily reheated. Feel free to adjust the spices to suit your taste!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes