Making a queso that is creamy smooth and stays that way can be tricky. This is THE best way to make a great queso in the microwave! Very customizable and great for parties!
Ingredients
6ouncesevaporated milk
14-ounce cangreen chiles
½teaspoonground cumin
½teaspoonkosher salt
¼teaspoonblack pepper
8ouncesAmerican cheese, chopped or grated
4ouncessharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 ½teaspoonscornstarch
Cilantro, garnish
Tortilla chips, for serving
Instructions
Grate or chop the cheeses and toss with cornstarch.
In a microwave-safe bowl, add evaporated milk, green chiles, and spices. Microwave on high for two minutes.
Stir in 8 ounces of cheese mixture and microwave for 1 minute more. Stir to melt cheese.
Stir in remaining batch of cheese and microave for another 1 minute. Stir to make sure cheese is melted.
Transfer queso to serving bowl and garnish with cilantro. Serve immediately.