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Cheese Dip

Ultimate Cheese Dip That's Creamy and Customizable

This creamy cheese dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, customizable to fit any gathering's needs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Base
  • 2 cups Cheese Blend (cheddar, Monterey Jack) grated or cubed
  • 1 cup Cream or Sour Cream or substitute with Greek yogurt
For the Seasoning
  • Spices customizable to personal taste
  • Optional Add-ins sautéed jalapeños, roasted garlic
For Serving
  • Tortilla Chips or Crackers for scooping
  • Fresh Veggies optional, for serving

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Small Bowl
  • grater

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the cheese mixture by grating or cubing the cheese blend.
  2. Mix the spices in a small bowl, selecting your preferred seasoning.
  3. Melt the cream or sour cream in a saucepan over low to medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the cheese blend gradually, stirring continuously for 4-5 minutes until melted.
  5. Incorporate the mixed spices into the melted cheese, stirring until well combined.
  6. Transfer the dip to a serving dish and enjoy warm with tortilla chips or fresh veggies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 7gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 250mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For the best texture, grate cheese instead of cubing. Melt cheese over low heat to avoid grittiness. Customize spices and add-ins according to preference.

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