Pancho's Cheese Dip
Get ready to elevate your snack game with Pancho's Cheese Dip, a creamy, flavor-packed appetizer that's ideal for parties, game days, or simply indulging in a comforting treat. This quick and easy recipe blends velvety American cheese with a touch of whole milk for a smooth base, while zesty Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies add a vibrant kick. A hint of ground cumin, garlic powder, and paprika infuses this dip with warm, savory spices that will keep your guests coming back for more. Customize the heat level by adding finely diced jalapeños, and serve it alongside crispy tortilla chips, fresh veggies, or nachos for a crowd-pleasing snack. Ready in just 15 minutes, this homemade cheese dip will quickly become a household favorite!
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Ingredients
- 16 ounces American cheese
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 10 ounces Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies (drained)
- 1 Jalapeño pepper (finely diced, optional)
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Cut the American cheese into small cubes to help it melt evenly.
Step 2
In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, add the whole milk and bring it to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent scalding.
Step 3
Gradually add in the cheese cubes, a handful at a time, stirring constantly to ensure a smooth texture.
Step 4
Once the cheese has fully melted and the mixture is creamy, reduce the heat to low.
Step 5
Stir in the drained Rotel tomatoes and green chilies, finely diced jalapeño pepper (if using), ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Step 6
Continue to stir and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Remove the saucepan from the heat and transfer the cheese dip to a serving bowl or a small slow cooker set to 'warm' to keep it hot.
Step 8
Serve immediately with tortilla chips, vegetables, or your favorite dipping items.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1002.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1315.1 |
| Total Fat 72.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 44.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g | |
| Cholesterol 269.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7004.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 74.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 55.3g | |
| Protein 90.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 1069.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2776.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2411.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories