Healthier Creamy Queso
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Prep time 10mins
Cook time 15mins
Serves or Makes: 8
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ingredients
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 jalapeño, sliced horizontally, plus more for garnish
- 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 can Red Gold Tomato Love Original Diced Tomatoes + 2x More Green Chilies
- 2 tablespoons Red Gold Diced Tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut milk
- 8 ounces shredded yellow cheddar cheese
- Avocado sliced, for garnish
- Cojita cheese, for garnish
- Cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- Salsa, for serving
- Guacamole, for serving
- Tortilla chips, for serving
Method
Step 1
In a saucepan, heat butter over medium heat, add garlic, jalapeño, and onion. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
Step 2
Add Red Gold Tomato Love Original Diced Tomatoes + 2x more Green Chilies as well as and 2 tablespoons Red Gold Diced Tomatoes. Mix and bring to a simmer.
Step 3
Slowly add coconut milk with one hand while simultaneously continuing to whisk with the other. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
Step 4
Add chili powder, cumin, and season with salt and pepper. Mix and allow to cook for 6-7 minutes.
Step 5
Add cheese and mix until melted and dip is smooth. Remove from heat.
Step 6
Garnish with avocado, crumbled cojita cheese, jalapeño, and cilantro. Serve with salsa, guacamole, and tortilla chips.