Spicy Queso Dip

We love the spiciness of this queso, but if you like a milder dip, prepare it with a regular pasteurized cheese product.

Ingredients:

• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 (16-oz.) package pepper Jack pasteurized prepared cheese product, cubed
• 1 (10-oz.) can diced tomatoes and green chiles
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• Tortilla chips

Directions: 

1. Cook onion in hot oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 8 minutes or until tender. Add garlic, and cook 1 minute. Remove from heat.

2. Combine cheese, tomatoes, and onion mixture in a large microwave-safe glass bowl. Microwave at HIGH 5 minutes, stirring every 2 1/2 minutes. Stir in cilantro. Serve with tortilla chips.

Note: We tested with Velveeta Pepper Jack.

Southern Living
MAY 2011