Mexican White Cheese Dip/Sauce

This white queso recipe is similar to white cheese sauces served in Mexican restaurants. The heat can be adjusted by adding chili pepper or more cayenne pepper. This recipe is kid-friendly, quick, and delicious! It can be used as a dip for tortilla chips or a sauce for many Mexican dishes.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 233 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons onion powder
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• cayenne pepper to taste
• ½ cup milk, or as needed
• 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 2 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chilies
• 1 pound white American cheese, cubed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place cheese, milk, and butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Stir until cheese is melted.

Step 2

Add green chilies, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper; stir until smooth. Thin with more milk if sauce is too thick.

Step 3

Cook until heated through, about 2 minutes. Serve warm.