This cheesy Chile Con Queso is a delicious dip made without Velveeta cheese and with authentic roasted New Mexican green chiles. It's easy to make, pairs perfectly with tortilla chips, and is ideal for your Cinco de Mayo or game day celebrations!
In a medium saucepan, over medium-low heat, melt butter. Add the onion, garlic, and salt and cook, stirring, until lightly browned.Â
Once the liquid has evaporated, about 2 minutes more, add the flour and cumin and whisk into the butter mixture and cook until lightly browned, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Increase to medium heat and slowly pour in the milk, whisking continually until sauce is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 5 minutes.
Lower the heat to medium-low and add the shredded cheese (both kinds) a little bit (about ¼ -⅓ of it ) at a time. Stir until cheese is incorporated before adding more cheese.
Fold in the salsa, chiles and jalapenos. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve warm with tortilla chips
Notes
*NOTE: Makes about 5 cups** NOTE : I bought "mild" because I was worried about the heat level, but the mild had no bite, whatsoever. If you want some heat, add some jalapeno peppers or tamed jalapeno peppers to your liking.***NOTE: You can buy green chiles at just about any grocery store, but they are not going to be the authentic New Mexican ones but you can use: Old El Paso chopped green chiles in a can
Nutrition Facts
📋 Chile Con Queso Recipe (New Mexican)
Amount Per Serving (0.25 cup)
Calories 114Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Cholesterol 20mg7%
Sodium 341mg15%
Potassium 95mg3%
Carbohydrates 3g1%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 9g18%
Vitamin A 305IU6%
Vitamin C 6.3mg8%
Calcium 213mg21%
Iron 0.4mg2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.