Copycat Chipotle Queso

12 mins
Serves 7
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Directions

  1. 1Chop the poblano pepper, the serrano pepper, the yellow onion, the garlic, and the tomato.
  2. 2In a pan, melt 1 tbsp of unsalted butter on medium-high heat.
  3. 3Add the chopped onions and peppers and cook for 2-3 minutes until soft.
  4. 4Add the garlic, tomato, and cumin. Mix well.
  5. 5In a separate bowl, mix the evaporated milk and cornstarch.
  6. 6Pour the milk mixture into the pan with the vegetables.
  7. 7Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently until thickened.
  8. 8Remove from heat and stir in the cheeses in small batches until melted.
  9. 9Add salt and adjust seasoning to taste.
  10. 10Serve warm with tortilla chips.

Ingredients

  • 56 oz Monterey Jack cheese
  • 21 oz sharp white cheddar cheese
  • 7 oz yellow cheddar cheese
  • 7 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 14 tbsp yellow onion
  • 14 tbsp poblano pepper
  • 14 tbsp Serano pepper
  • 7 tsp minced garlic
  • 7 tbsp fresh tomato
  • 3.5 tsp ground cumin
  • 84 oz evaporated milk
  • 14 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1.75 tsp salt

Equipment

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