Chipotle's Queso

12m
Serves 6
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Directions

  1. 1Combine milk, onion, peppers, and garlic in a saucepan until it slightly bubbles on medium heat.
  2. 2Mix cornstarch with enough water to create a slurry.
  3. 3Add the slurry to the saucepan and stir frequently until slightly thickened.
  4. 4Reduce heat to low and add sour cream.
  5. 5Gradually add cheese, a handful at a time, mixing until melted before adding more.
  6. 6Once smooth, remove from heat and let cool (it will thicken more).
  7. 7Stir in the diced tomatoes.
  8. 8Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat low and slow.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 0.5 yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 serrano pepper, seeds removed, finely chopped
  • 0.5 poblano pepper, seeds removed, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
  • 1 clove garlic, grated
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 water
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups Monterey jack cheese, grated
  • 1 cup sharp white cheddar, grated
  • 0.25 Roma tomato, diced
  • 0.5 tsp salt

Equipment

saucepanbox graterwhisk