Description
A luscious, smoky cheese dip infused with roasted spices, perfect for dipping chips, veggies, or crusty bread—ready in under 15 minutes.
Ingredients
2 Tbsp unsalted butter
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp chipotle powder (optional for heat)
1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
½ cup shredded Monterey Jack or pepper jack
2 Tbsp cream cheese, softened
Salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional garnish: chopped fresh cilantro or chives
Instructions
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter with olive oil. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
Stir in garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, and chipotle powder. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Sprinkle flour over the onion-spice mixture, stirring constantly, and cook for about 1 minute to eliminate raw flour taste.
Slowly whisk in milk, breaking up any lumps. Cook, whisking frequently, until the sauce begins to thicken, about 3–4 minutes.
Lower heat and add shredded cheddar, Monterey Jack, and cream cheese. Stir until melted and smooth.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. If too thick, stir in a little more milk to reach desired consistency.
Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with cilantro or chives. Serve warm with tortilla chips, sliced veggies, or bread cubes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beef
