Famous Restaurant Queso Dip

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Spicy, hot cheese dip, just like at your favorite Mexican restaurant! Serve in a slow cooker to keep it warm for a party.

Submitted by Angela
Updated on January 3, 2022
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Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
30
Yield:
30 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 30 servings

  • 5 pounds American cheese, cut into pieces

  • 3 ¼ cups water, divided

  • 1 ½ onions, minced

  • 1 cup minced celery

  • 1 cup minced green bell pepper

  • ¼ cup finely minced jalapeno pepper, seeds and veins removed

Directions

  1. Stir together cheese and 3 cups of water in a double boiler over gently simmering water; stir occasionally until the cheese has melted and the mixture is smooth.

  2. Meanwhile, combine the 1/4 cup of water, onion, celery, green pepper, and jalapeno in a medium saucepan; bring to a simmer over medium heat. Whisk the vegetables into the cheese, then pour the mixture into a large pot; place over medium heat and simmer for 5 minutes.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

288 Calories
24g Fat
2g Carbs
17g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 30
Calories 288
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24g 30%
Saturated Fat 15g 75%
Cholesterol 71mg 24%
Sodium 1130mg 49%
Total Carbohydrate 2g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 17g 34%
Vitamin C 5mg 5%
Calcium 421mg 32%
Iron 0mg 1%
Potassium 157mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.