easy cheese dip

This smooth and creamy cheese dip has real cheese (no wobbly blocks of cheese-product required!), cooks up in the microwave in just a few minutes, and goes great with some chips and guacamole on the side. 

Easy Cheese Dip (in the Microwave!)

fontina cheese, shredded

cheddar cheese, shredded

salt

cornstarch

evaporated milk

tomatoes

cilantro,

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the fontina, cheddar cheese, salt, and cornstarch. The cornstarch should evenly coat the cheese. Pour the milk into the bowl and add the diced tomatoes with green chile.

Place the bowl in the microwave and cook it for 1 minute. Stir the dip and microwave it for another 30 seconds and stir again. Cook it for 30 seconds more and stir it again. At this point, it should be smooth, but if it&#8217;s not, continue cooking it for 30-second increments and stirring until it is smooth.

Can't imagine this won't be delicious.  Off to buy cheese and just in time for Cinco de Mayo!  Would never have thought of cornstarch to thicken!

I had to improvise and wanted something quick.  I worked with what I had, store-bought shredded sharp cheddar and a little parmesan.  My experimental batch used more evaporated milk and came out a little thick, but it was tasty and did the job.

Made this over the weekend for football watching!  It was fabulous!  I used 8 oz. of CoJack (colby Montery Jack blend), and it was great. The Rotel added just enough spice.  I will definitely make this again.  Thanks!

Harissa Chicken paired with rice is a Tunisian inspired recipe that uses a sweet and smokey red chili pepper paste to create a bold, spicy and flavorful dish

Harissa chicken

extra virgin olive oil

harissa paste

garlic (crushed

paprika

cumin

black pepper

chicken breast

Rice (for serving)

mint (for serving)

Lime wedges (for serving)

In a large bowl, combine olive oil, harissa, garlic, paprika, cumin, salt and pepper. Add the chicken to the spice mix and mix well to incorporate. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Heat a large saucepan on medium without any oil, then transfer the chicken from the bowl to the saucepan. Cook until the chicken is well done, about 8-10 minutes. When it’s cooked, squeeze some fresh lime juice on top of the chicken.

Serve over rice with a lime wedges and fresh mint, if desired. Due to the spice level, plain yogurt also works really well with the recipe.

Multiple cheeses, Velveeta, jalapeños, and tomatoes make the cheesiest, creamiest queso dip, all in a Crockpot!

Slow Cooker Queso Recipe

Fire-Roasted Tomatoes

whole fat evaporated milk

lime, juiced

white American block cheese (cubed)

yellow American block cheese (cubed)

Velveeta Queso Blanco cheese (cubed)

Supremo Mexican Blend cheese (shredded)

cilantro (chopped)

olive oil

jalapeno peppers (seeded & ribs removed, diced)

onion

red pepper flakes

chili powder (optional)

Spray

Spray a large slow-cooker with nonstick cooking spray and set the temperature to HIGH.

Add the tomatoes, milk, lime juice, cheeses and cilantro; mix well.

Place

Saute

Place the oil, onions and jalapeno peppers in a medium skillet set over medium heat. Sauté the vegetables until tender and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add cumin, red pepper flakes and chili powder; stir well and cook an additional 30 seconds, stirring continuously.

Add the sautéed vegetables to the cheese mixture and stir well.

Stir

Replace the lid leaving it slightly ajar. Stir the cheese several times until the cheese is completely melted, about 30 minutes.

Heat

Lower the temperature to WARM and stir about every 15-20 minutes. If needed, add a little evaporated milk if it thickens during warming.

Serve

Serve with your favorite chips/vegetables/crackers.

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This Crock Pot Queso Cheese Dip is a real crowd pleaser. Great for any gathering, from last minute parties to game night. Easy to make and irresistible, this smooth and creamy cheese dip is perfect for your favorite chips, bread or nachos!

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