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Queso Fundido Melty Cheese Delight

Irresistible Queso Fundido Recipe for Cheese Lovers


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  • Author: Sophie
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Indulge in this creamy queso fundido, featuring rich melted cheese and vibrant jalapeños, perfect for dipping with tortilla chips. A crowd-pleaser that’s simple to make!


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Oaxaca cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 2 fresh jalapeños, finely chopped
  • 1 medium sweet onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Tortilla chips for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients by shredding the cheeses and chopping the jalapeños, onion, and garlic.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onions until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
  3. Add minced garlic and chopped jalapeños; stir until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  4. Reduce heat to low and gradually stir in both cheeses until melted and smooth (approximately 5 minutes).
  5. Fold in chopped cilantro before transferring to a serving dish. Serve hot with tortilla chips.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: ¼ of the prepared queso fundido (approximately 120g)
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg