Warm Jalapeno Cheese Dip

For flavorful warm jalapeno cheese dip, use pepper Jack. A little flour keeps the dip smooth, the evaporated milk makes it creamy, and the turmeric gives it appealing bright color.

• Calories: 72 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 cup prepared salsa
• Salt and ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
• 8 ounces shredded Pepper Jack cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Microwave milk in a 1-quart Pyrex measuring cup until steamy. Meanwhile, melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and turmeric until smooth, then whisk in milk until creamy and thick. Whisk in cheese. (Dip can be refrigerated in an airtight container up to 3 days.) When ready to serve, return cheese sauce to saucepan; stir in salsa and lemon juice, and slowly rewarm. Adjust seasonings, including salt and pepper to taste, and serve.