Costa Vida Queso Recipe
Craving restaurant-style queso at home? The Costa Vida Queso Recipe brings creamy, cheesy perfection right to your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 ½ cups whole milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ¼ cup diced green chilies
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat butter in a saucepan.
- Add flour and whisk until smooth.
- Slowly pour milk while stirring constantly.
- Let it thicken on medium heat.
- Add heavy cream and stir well.
- Mix in garlic and onion powder.
- Add chili powder and paprika.
- Stir until spices blend evenly.
- Add green chilies for flavor.
- Slowly add shredded cheddar cheese.
- Stir until cheese melts completely.
- Add Monterey Jack cheese next.
- Mix until queso is creamy smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for smoother texture.
- Keep heat medium to prevent burning.
- Add jalapeños for extra spice kick.
- Stir constantly for creamy consistency.
- Serve immediately for best taste.