Skillet Queso
Recipe By: @brooklynsbites
🌮 Fun Fact: Queso became a Texas party legend, turning melted cheese and chiles into America’s favorite excuse to demolish a bag of chips.
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What You’ll Need
Queso
1 lb ground beef or chorizo
1 packet Simply Organic Southwest Taco Simmer Sauce
1 can Rotel tomatoes
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
1/4 cup pickled jalapeños, chopped
1 lb Velveeta cheese, cubed
8 oz pepper jack cheese, cubed
For Serving
Diced tomatoes, for garnish
Diced red onion, for garnish
Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Pickled jalapeños, for garnish
Tortilla chips
Step By Step
1️⃣ Brown The Beef
Heat a large skillet, preferably cast iron, over medium heat. Add the ground beef or chorizo and cook until browned.
2️⃣ Bring In The Flavor
Add the Southwest Taco Simmer Sauce, Rotel tomatoes, red onion, and pickled jalapeños. Stir until everything is well combined.
3️⃣ Make It Queso
Add the cubed Velveeta and pepper jack. Stir to combine, then continue cooking for about 15 minutes, stirring every 3 to 4 minutes, until the cheese is completely melted and the queso is smooth.
4️⃣ Load It Up
Top with diced tomatoes, red onion, fresh cilantro, and extra jalapeños. Serve hot with tortilla chips.
