Mitch's Cheese Dip

Get ready to wow your crowd with Mitch's Cheese Dip, a creamy, flavor-packed appetizer perfect for game day, movie nights, or any gathering! This indulgent dip combines the velvety richness of cream cheese with the bold flavors of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack, enhanced by the zesty kick of diced tomatoes with green chilies and finely chopped jalapeños. Seasoned with garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cumin, every bite bursts with a smoky, slightly spicy depth. Adjust the consistency to your liking with a splash of milk, and finish it with fresh cilantro for a pop of herbaceous brightness. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this irresistible cheese dip is best served warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh veggies. Your guests won’t be able to get enough!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 oz Cream cheese
• 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 1 can Diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
• 2 tbsp Jalapeños, finely chopped
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced tomatoes with green chilies (including juices) and the finely chopped jalapeños to the saucepan. Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is heated through.

Step 3

Gradually add the cream cheese in small chunks, stirring continuously until it melts and becomes smooth.

Step 4

Once the cream cheese is fully melted, add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese, one handful at a time, stirring until fully incorporated and smooth.

Step 5

Slowly stir in the milk, a little at a time, to adjust the consistency to your liking. Continue to cook over low heat, stirring constantly, to prevent clumping or burning.

Step 6

Add the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and ground cumin. Stir well to incorporate the spices evenly.

Step 7

Taste the dip and adjust the seasoning as needed. For additional heat, you can add more chopped jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Step 8

Once the dip is creamy and heated throughout, remove it from the heat. Stir in the chopped fresh cilantro if desired.

Step 9

Transfer the cheese dip to a serving bowl or a slow cooker set to the 'warm' setting to keep it hot. Serve immediately with your favorite tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh veggies.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1083.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2418.8

Total Fat 204.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 123.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 622.0mg	0%
Sodium 3703.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g	0%
Total Sugars 26.8g
Protein 109.2g	0%

Vitamin D 179.4IU	0%
Calcium 2994.5mg	0%
Iron 4.5mg	0%
Potassium 1511.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.0%

Protein: 17.6%

Carbs: 8.4%