Description
A hearty and flavorful Cowboy Queso recipe that combines the creaminess of cheese with the bold flavors of ground beef, tomatoes, and spices for a delicious Tex-Mex dip.
Ingredients
Cheese Sauce:
- 1 lb Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 1/2 cup milk
Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh cilantro
- Sliced jalapenos
Instructions
- Prepare Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan, combine Velveeta cheese, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and milk. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently until the cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Cook Ground Beef: In a separate skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic until the beef is browned. Add chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until the flavors meld together.
- Combine: Pour the cheese sauce over the cooked ground beef mixture. Stir to combine and heat through.
- Serve: Transfer the queso to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced jalapenos. Serve hot with tortilla chips.
Notes
- This Cowboy Queso is best served immediately while it’s hot and gooey.
- You can customize the level of heat by using mild or spicy diced tomatoes with green chilies.
- Feel free to add beans or corn to the ground beef mixture for extra texture and flavor.
