Spicy Cheese Dip Recipe 🧀🌶️
Overview:
This Spicy Cheese Dip recipe is a family favorite passed down from my dad, and it’s a hit every time it’s served. Despite its reliance on Velveeta cheese, it’s undeniably delicious, offering a creamy texture with a kick of spice that’s perfect for dipping with your favorite corn chips. While the recipe traditionally calls for Velveeta, you can certainly experiment with real cheese if you’re feeling adventurous.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Serves: 4-6
Ingredients:
- 1/2 pound tomatoes 🍅
- 8-12 ounces Velveeta cheese 🧀
- 1/2 cup green chili peppers 🌶️
- 3 cloves garlic 🧄
- 4 tablespoons juice from the pepper jars 🫒 (optional)
- Corn chips, for serving 🌽
Instructions:
-
Prep the Ingredients:
- Start by preparing the ingredients. Dice the tomatoes, chop the green chili peppers, and mince the garlic cloves.
-
Melt the Cheese:
- Place the Velveeta cheese in a double boiler over medium heat. Allow it to melt slowly, stirring occasionally to ensure it melts evenly.
-
Add Flavor:
- Once the cheese is starting to melt, add in the diced tomatoes, chopped green chili peppers, and minced garlic. Stir well to combine.
-
Enhance with Pepper Juice (Optional):
- For an extra kick of flavor, consider adding around 1/4 cup of juice from the pepper jars. This step is optional but highly recommended for those who love extra heat in their dip.
-
Combine and Heat Through:
- Continue stirring the mixture until all the ingredients are well combined and the cheese is fully melted. Allow it to cook until hot and steamy.
-
Serve and Enjoy:
- Once the dip is hot and ready, transfer it to a serving bowl. Serve immediately with your favorite corn chips for dipping. Enjoy the creamy, spicy goodness!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 164.9
- Fat: 10.8g
- Saturated Fat: 6.6g
- Cholesterol: 35.8mg
- Sodium: 736.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 9.6g
- Fiber: 1.2g
- Sugar: 6.2g
- Protein: 8.4g
This Spicy Cheese Dip is perfect for parties, game nights, or simply as a delicious snack any time of the day. It’s easy to make, packed with flavor, and sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re a fan of Tex Mex or just love a bit of heat in your dishes, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite in your household. So gather your ingredients, get dipping, and enjoy the irresistible combination of cheese, spice, and all things nice! 🎉