Joanna Gaines Queso Recipe
If you love warm, cheesy dips, you must try this Joanna Gaines queso recipe. It is rich, creamy and full of flavor. This Joanna Gaines queso recipe is perfect for parties or family snacks.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies drained
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 small jalapeño finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
Melt the Butter
- Place a saucepan on medium heat. Add butter and let it melt slowly. Do not burn it. Keep stirring lightly until it becomes smooth and slightly bubbly.
Cook the Onion
- Add chopped onion into the melted butter. Cook for about three minutes. Stir often until the onion becomes soft and slightly golden in color.
Add Garlic
- Now add minced garlic into the pan. Cook for one minute only. Stir continuously so it does not burn. The smell will become rich and fragrant.
Pour Milk and Cream
- Slowly pour milk and heavy cream into the pan. Stir gently to combine everything. Let it heat up but do not let it boil.
Add Cheese
- Add shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese slowly. Stir constantly so the cheese melts evenly. The mixture should become thick and creamy.
Mix Tomatoes and Spices
- Add diced tomatoes, salt, black pepper and paprika. Mix well. Stir everything until fully combined and heated through.
Add Jalapeño
- Add chopped jalapeño if you like some spice. Mix it well into the queso. Let it cook for two more minutes.
Serve Warm
- Turn off the heat and transfer queso to a serving bowl. Serve immediately while it is warm and smooth.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting
- Stir constantly to avoid lumps
- Do not overheat or cheese may separate
- Adjust spice level with more or less jalapeño
- Add a splash of milk if queso becomes too thick