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White Cheese Dip

A warm, creamy dip made with aged Monterey Jack and white cheddar, perfect for parties and healthy snacking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 each poblano pepper, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1 each serrano pepper, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1/4 each white onion, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 each roma tomato, finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 to 2 cups evaporated milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 5 oz aged monterey jack cheese, shredded
  • 5 oz white cheddar, shredded
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper, optional

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a medium pot over medium heat, melt the butter.
  2. Add the poblano and serrano pepper, onion, and garlic; sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until softened.
  3. Add the tomato and sauté for 1 more minute.
  4. Pour in the milk and salt, then mix well.
  5. Once the milk starts to bubble, begin adding the shredded cheese a little at a time, allowing each addition to melt before adding more.
  6. Stir continuously to prevent the mixture from burning.
  7. If using, add ground chipotle and mix to combine.
  8. Serve the dip warm, preferably with tortilla chips.

Notes

Keep portions small — about 2 tablespoons to 1/4 cup per person is ideal.