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Creamy Roasted Hatch Green Chile Queso Dip

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A creamy, smoky, and slightly spicy queso dip made with roasted Hatch green chiles and a blend of cheeses, perfect for parties or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ounces roasted Hatch green chiles, chopped
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 ½ cups sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded (about 6 ounces)
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (about 4 ounces)
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • Tortilla chips or sliced veggies for serving

Instructions

  1. Shred the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses finely. Chop the roasted Hatch green chiles into small pieces. Mince the garlic clove finely. Soften the cream cheese by leaving it at room temperature or microwaving for 15 seconds if in a rush.
  2. Place a medium saucepan over low heat. Add the softened cream cheese and whole milk. Stir gently until the cream cheese begins to melt and the mixture looks smooth but not boiling. Keep the heat low to avoid burning or separating.
  3. Gradually add shredded sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses while stirring constantly to prevent clumping. Once melted, stir in minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. The dip should be thick but creamy. If it feels too thick, add a splash more milk (a tablespoon at a time).
  4. Stir in the chopped Hatch chiles evenly. Taste and adjust salt or spices as needed. Add cayenne or extra chiles for more heat if desired.
  5. Keep the dip on low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Let the flavors marry for about 5 minutes until the texture is smooth, creamy, and slightly stretchy.
  6. Transfer the queso dip to a serving bowl. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro if desired. Serve warm with tortilla chips, sliced bell peppers, or crunchy veggies.

Notes

Keep the heat low and stir frequently to prevent cheese from clumping or separating. Freshly shred cheese for best melting. Reheat gently with a splash of milk if dip thickens after cooling. Can be made ahead and reheated gently before serving.

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Keywords: queso dip, Hatch green chile, creamy dip, party dip, southwestern dip, cheese dip, easy appetizer

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