Easy Salsa Con Queso Recipe – Winding Creek Ranch
210kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups cheddar cheese freshly shredded
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
- 1 cup salsa
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1 jalapeño diced (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- Cheese grater
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Serving bowl
Method
- Add cream cheese and milk to a medium saucepan over low heat.
- Stir continuously until the cream cheese becomes smooth and fully melted.
- Gradually add the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese while stirring.
- Continue mixing until all the cheese melts into a creamy sauce.
- Stir in the salsa, garlic powder, cumin, and diced jalapeño if using.
- Cook for 3–5 minutes until the dip is hot and smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips, nachos, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- Freshly shredded cheese melts more smoothly than pre-shredded cheese.
- Keep the heat low to prevent the cheese from becoming grainy or oily.
- Add extra jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicier Salsa Con Queso Recipe.
- If the dip thickens while serving, stir in a small splash of milk to loosen it.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
Estimated for approximately 8 servings of this Salsa Con Queso Recipe- Calories: 210 kcal
- Protein: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 3g
- Calcium: 280mg
- Iron: 0.6mg
