Copycat Chipotle Queso Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup diced jalapeños
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
2. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
3. Gradually whisk in milk and bring to a simmer.
4. Add cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, stirring until melted.
5. Add tomatoes, jalapeños, red onion, and cilantro.
6. Season with cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne.
7. Cook for 5-7 minutes until heated through.
8. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
9. Serve immediately with tortilla chips.