Chile Con Queso

By jenlin

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef or Mexican sausage
• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• One 32-ounce block processed cheese, such as Velveeta, cubed
• One 16-ounce jar salsa
• Tortilla chips, for serving

Preparation

Step 1

Brown the meat in a large skillet over medium-high heat, 10 to 15 minutes. Add the chili powder and garlic powder and stir to combine. Add 1/4 cup water and let simmer until evaporated.

Transfer the beef to a slow cooker. Stir in the cheese and salsa. Cover and let cook on high until melted, about 1 hour.

Serve with tortilla chips.