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The Best Cheese Dip

The Best Cheese Dip

The Best Cheese Dip is a creamy, flavorful blend of cheese and spices perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 7 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chiles 10 oz can
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper optional

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • bowl
  • slow cooker

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  2. Slowly whisk in the evaporated milk. Continue to whisk until the mixture begins to thicken.
  3. Add cream cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
  4. Add cheddar cheese a handful at a time, stirring until fully melted and combined.
  5. Mix in the diced tomatoes with green chiles, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
  6. Heat through, then transfer to a bowl or slow cooker and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 8gFat: 18g

Notes

You can customize the dip by swapping cheeses or adding ingredients like bacon or jalapeños.

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