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Hey there, snack lovers!
If you’re on the hunt for a delicious dip, you’re in for a treat!
Today, I’m sharing my creamy and cheesy cottage cheese queso dip.
It’s packed with flavor and surprisingly easy to whip up.
Perfect for game night or movie marathons, this dip will have everyone coming back for more.
So, let’s dive right in and get dipping!
Preparation Time | 10-15 minutes |
Cooking Time | 2-5 minutes |
Total Time | 12-20 minutes |
Level of Difficulty | Easy |
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 tbsp low sodium taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup cheese (cheddar or colby jack)
- Optional: diced jalapenos
- Optional: diced onions
- Optional: diced tomatoes
- Optional: cilantro
- Optional: crushed red pepper
- Optional: chili powder
Step 1: Gather and Prepare Ingredients
First, gather your ingredients: 1 cup of cottage cheese, 1 tablespoon of low sodium taco seasoning, and ½ cup of cheese (cheddar or colby jack).
Optionally, you can have diced jalapenos, onions, tomatoes, cilantro, crushed red pepper, or chili powder on hand for extra flavor.
Step 2: Blend the Cottage Cheese Mixture
Use a food processor or blender to blend the cottage cheese and taco seasoning until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
If the mixture appears too thick, add a little water to achieve the desired consistency.
Step 3: Mix in the Cheese
Pour the creamy blended mixture into a bowl.
Mix in the ½ cup of cheese until everything is well combined.
At this stage, you can also add your optional ingredients like diced jalapenos, onions, tomatoes, or cilantro for extra flavor.
Step 4: Melt the Cheese
To melt the cheese and warm up your queso dip, you can choose one of the following methods:
- Microwave: Heat the mixture for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring every 20 to 30 seconds to ensure even heating.
- Stovetop: Heat over low heat, stirring continuously until the mixture is warm and the cheese is melted.
Step 5: Add Additional Protein and Serve
For an extra protein boost, consider mixing in cooked protein such as rotisserie chicken, lean beef, or canned tuna.
Once everything is well combined and melted, serve the queso dip with tortilla chips.
Optionally, you can top the queso with pico de gallo or salsa before serving for added freshness and flavor.