Famous Restaurant Queso Dip

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

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 288 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup minced celery
• 1 cup minced green bell pepper
• 1 ½ onions, minced
• 3 ¼ cups water, divided
• 5 pounds American cheese, cut into pieces
• ¼ cup finely minced jalapeno pepper, seeds and veins removed

Recipe Instructions

Step 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.

Step 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.