Queso Dip with Real Cheese

A delicious cheese dip made with real cheese instead of velveeta! Perfect for game days, casual get-togethers, movie nights, and last-minute guests.

Prep Time10 10

Cook Time10 10

Total Time20

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: appetizer, cheese dip, dips

Servings: people

Author: Michelle Marine

Mix the thickener with cheese: Combine 1 tablespoon arrow root powder (or cornstarch) with 2 cups shredded cheese. This prevents clumping when the cheese melts.
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, 1 TBS arrow root powder, or cornstarch
Create the cheese sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine the cheese mixture with 1 can of evaporated milk over medium heat.
12 ounces evaporated milk
Whisk continuously: This is the most important step! Keep whisking constantly as the mixture heats. The continuous stirring ensures smooth, creamy queso without lumps.
Cook until thickened: Continue whisking until the mixture becomes bubbly and reaches your desired consistency. This usually takes up to 10 minutes. Don't rush this step—all that whisking is worth it!
Add mix-ins: Once your cheese sauce is perfectly smooth, stir in the can of diced tomatoes with green chilies and your cooked, drained ground beef.
1 pound cooked ground beef, 10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilis
Heat and serve: Cook for just 1-2 minutes more until everything is heated through, then serve immediately with your favorite tortilla chips!