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smoked queso recipe

Smoked Queso Dip

The Crispy Chef
Smoked queso dip is a creamy, smoky cheese dip that’s perfect for game days, BBQs, and holiday gatherings. Made with Velveeta, cheddar or pepper jack cheese, Rotel, meat, and jalapeños, this dip is easy to prepare and customizable for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 242 kcal

Equipment

  • Smoker, grill, or slow cooker
  • Cast iron skillet or aluminum pan
  • Wood chips (hickory, mesquite, or fruitwood)
  • Smoker box (if using a gas grill)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
  • 1 ½ lbs Velveeta cheese cubed
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2-3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 15.5 oz can fire-roasted tomatoes
  • 1 4 oz can green chilies
  • 1 lb cooked sausage chorizo, or ground beef
  • 1 ¼ cup milk
  • ½ cup half and half
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ¼ tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your smoker or grill to 225-250°F.
  • In a cast iron skillet or disposable aluminum pan, combine all the ingredients.
  • Place the pan on the smoker or grill, ensuring it’s on the indirect heat side. Close the lid.
  • Stir the mixture every 15-20 minutes to ensure even melting and flavor blending.
  • Smoke for 45-60 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and creamy.
  • Remove from heat and serve immediately with your choice of chips or veggies.

Nutrition

Serving: 100gCalories: 242kcalCarbohydrates: 3.4gProtein: 15.1gFat: 18.6gSaturated Fat: 9.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7.8gCholesterol: 71.2mgSodium: 539mgPotassium: 122mgFiber: 0.8gSugar: 1.5gVitamin A: 340IUVitamin C: 2.7mgCalcium: 142mgIron: 1.1mg
Keyword cheese dip, party food, BBQ dip, Smoked queso, smoky dip
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