Hatch Green Chile Queso

• Vegetarian

• Produce

  • 2 Garlic cloves
  • 1 Garnish with additional green chiles
  • 1/2 cup Hatch green chiles, roasted

• Baking & Spices

  • 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
  • 1 pinch Cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Salt

• Nuts & Seeds

  • 1/4 tsp Cumin, ground

• Snacks

  • 1 Serve with tortilla chips

• Dairy

  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup Monterey jack cheese
  • 1 cup Whole milk

Found on lovelylittlekitchen.com

Description

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2-3 garlic cloves, pressed through a garlic press
• 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
• 1 cup whole milk (plus more if needed for thinning)
• 1/2 cup roasted, chopped, Hatch green chiles
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• pinch of cayenne pepper
• 1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• Garnish with additional green chiles, chopped cilantro, and green onions if desired
• Serve with tortilla chips

Directions

• In a small skillet, melt butter over medium high heat. Add garlic and stir, cooking for 1-2 minutes. Sprinkle flour over the melted butter, and whisk to make a paste. Cook for 1-2 minutes, and then slowly whisk in the milk. Add green chiles, salt, and cumin. Allow to come to a gentle boil, whisking frequently, until slightly thickened.
• Turn heat to low. Add the cheese, and stir until smooth. Garnish and serve with chips.