Queso Blanca

By cooksalot

Ingredients

• 1 pound monterey jack cheese, grated
• 1/2 cup extra-sharp cheddar cheese, grated
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/2 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup jalapeño, seeds removed, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder, plus extra for garnish

Preparation

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat and sauté onion and jalapeño for 6-8 minutes, or until softened.
Pour in heavy cream and bring mixture to a boil, then remove from heat and stir in cheeses until melted and smooth.
Season with chili powder and stir in cilantro.
Pour over burritos or serve with chips, and enjoy!