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Chili White Spinach Queso

Chili White Spinach Queso

Chili White Spinach Queso is a creamy, cheesy dip combining savory flavors and nutritious spinach, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Snacks & Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Butter essential for flavor
  • 1 small Onion finely diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • ½ cup Milk
  • 8 ounces White American Cheese cubed
For the Flavor
  • 1 can Green Chiles diced
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach chopped
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon White Pepper

Equipment

  • saucepan

Method
 

How to Make Chili White Spinach Queso
  1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it starts to bubble softly, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Cook the finely diced onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
  3. Stir in the softened cream cheese and milk, mixing until smooth and creamy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add cubed white American cheese gradually, stirring until melted, about 5 minutes.
  5. Fold in diced green chiles and chopped spinach, stirring until the spinach wilts, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Cook until everything is warmed through and smooth, about 2 minutes.
  7. Season with salt and white pepper, tasting as you go.
  8. Serve warm in a bowl with dippers like tortilla chips or veggies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 450mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Warming cream cheese to room temperature helps achieve a smooth texture. Avoid high heat on onions and add cheese gradually for best results.

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