Enjoy the creamy and flavorful Mexican white cheese dip sauce that pairs perfectly with tortilla chips or as a topping for your favorite Mexican dishes. Made with simple ingredients, this recipe can be prepared within minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of white American cheese, shredded
- 1 cup of milk
- 1/2 cup of chopped green chilies
- 1/4 cup of diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup of diced onions
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of butter
- 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon of cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Directions
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the onions and garlic, and sauté until they turn translucent.
- Add the flour, cumin, and chili powder, and stir well to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the flour is lightly browned.
- Slowly pour in the milk while whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
- Add the shredded cheese and continue whisking until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the green chilies, diced tomatoes, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the flavors are well combined and the dip is heated through.
- Remove from heat and transfer the cheese dip sauce to a serving bowl.
- Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro if desired.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, nachos, or any Mexican dish.