Queso Blanco

By Addie

Made this for the Superbowl and it was a BIG hit. Yields about 2 cups.

Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• 12 oz. white American cheese, shredded (found at the deli counter)
• 4 oz Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 1/4-2/3 cups milk
• 1 tomato, seeded and finely diced
• 2 Tablespoons cilantro, minced

Preparation

Step 1

Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and jalapeño to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add both of the shredded cheeses and ¼ cup of the milk. Whisk or stir until completely melted. Mix in the tomato and cilantro, and add additional milk gradually as necessary to achieve desired consistency. Transfer to a warmed serving bowl and serve immediately.