Rebecca Rather'S Queso

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup chopped jalapeno (about 3 medium)
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 3 medium cloves)
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can tomatoes and green chilies
  • 1/2 lb monterey jack cheese, shredded
  • 2 1/2 lbs Velveeta cheese, cut in 1-inch slices

Instructions

  1. In a big pot, heat the oil over medium heat; saute the onion, jalapenos, and garlic until soft, about 3 minutes.
  2. Decrease heat to low; stir in the milk, cumin, paprika, and cayenne; once the milk is warm, add in the tomatoes, Monterey Jack, and Velveeta; stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  3. Stir in the spinach and cook a few minutes more.
  4. Serve in a bowl set on top of a warming tray or in a slow cooker set on low, with plenty of chips.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

794 kcal 40% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 27g 54% DV
Total Fat 40.9g 52% DV
Carbs 96.5g 35% DV
Fiber 20.8g 74% DV
Sugar 24.3g 49% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 1305mg 57% DV
Potassium 1910.8mg 41% DV
Cholesterol 34.5mg 12% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 1456.3mcg 100% DV
Vitamin C 34mg 38% DV
Vitamin D 0.5mcg 2% DV
Calcium 770mg 59% DV
Iron 26.8mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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