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mimi's chile con queso

(2 ratings)
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Recipe by
Karla Harkins
@Karla_Harkins
Saginaw, TX

I found this recipe while we were on our honeymoon in South Texas. Definitely not like Velveeta dip! I like it much better.

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(2 ratings)
yield 6 -8
prep time 20 Min
cook time 20 Min

Ingredients For mimi's chile con queso

  • 1/2 c
    finely chopped onion
  • 1 tsp
    butter
  • 1-1/3 c
    tomato, chopped and seeded
  • 4 oz
    green chiles, mild (chopped)
  • 1 c
    american cheese, shredded
  • 1 c
    monterey jack cheese, shredded
  • 1 tsp
    cornstarch
  • 1 tsp
    bottled hot pepper sauce, your choice. there are some that are deadly hot out there so be careful!
  • 1 pkg
    tortilla chips

How To Make mimi's chile con queso

  • 1
    In a saucepan cook onion in butter until tender. Stir in tomatoes and chiles. Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
  • 2
    Put cheese in a large bowl. Sprinkle with corn starch and toss with your fingers to get it covered equally.
  • 3
    Gradually add cheese mixture to saucepan, stirring until melted. Stir in hot pepper sauce and heat through. Serve with chips. Makes about 1-3/4 cups.
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