applebee's spicy queso blanco

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Prescott, AZ
Updated on Jun 11, 2014

The last time I was at Applebee's I tried their queso blanco and I loved it. It was cheesy, spicy, and perfect for dipping chips in. I knew it couldn't be that hard to recreate this dish at home. Serve this this creamy white spicy queso at your next party and it's guaranteed to be a hit.

Rate
prep time 10 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top
yield Makes 2 Cups

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon refined coconut oil (or other neutral oil)
  • 1 small white onion, divided
  • 1 medium roasted poblano pepper, seeded, deveined, and minced
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces monterey jack cheese, cut into chunks
  • 4 ounces white cheddar cheese, cut into chunks
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro, divided
  • 1 large roma tomato, deseeded and diced

How To Make applebee's spicy queso blanco

  • Step 1
    Cut onion in half and mince one half. Set aside.
  • Step 2
    Warm oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  • Step 3
    Add 2/3 of minced poblano and grate 1/2 onion into pan.
  • Step 4
    Stir to coat and cook for 3-5 minutes until tender.
  • Step 5
    Add cream and bring to a bubble.
  • Step 6
    Add cheese a little at a time, stir until cheese is melted.
  • Step 7
    Stir in 1 tablespoon cilantro.
  • Step 8
    To create a simple pico de gallo: Combine chopped onion, tomato, 1/2 tablespoon cilantro, and remaining poblano in a bowl.
  • Step 9
    Pour queso blanco into a medium size serving bowl (2 1/2 cup or larger). Top with pico de gallo. Serve with warm tortilla chips.

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