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Three-Queso Dip

Source of Recipe

From "Food & Wine Annual Cookbook 2016"


Recipe Introduction

"To achieve ultimate creaminess and flavor in her silky queso, L.A. chef Courtney McBroom uses three cheeses plus a blend of heavy cream, skim milk and buttermilk. 'I made it my personal mission to come up with a great queso,' says McBroom, who couldn't find any amazing versions outside her native Texas."

List of Ingredients

â—¦ ¾ cup heavy cream
â—¦ ½ cup skim milk
â—¦ 1 ¾ pounds white American cheese, sliced â…“ inch thick and diced
â—¦ 1 cup coarsely shredded Manchego cheese (3 ½ ounces)
â—¦ 1 cup coarsely shredded sharp white cheddar cheese (3 ½ ounces)
â—¦ ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
â—¦ 1 ¾ cups buttermilk
â—¦ Tortilla chips, chopped cilantro and fresh salsa, for serving


Recipe

In a small saucepan, combine the heavy cream and skim milk and bring just to a simmer. Transfer to a large heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water. Add the three cheeses and heat, whisking occasionally, until completely melted, 7 to 10 minutes. Add the garlic powder and gradually whisk in the buttermilk; heat until thoroughly incorporated and the queso is very smooth, about 5 minutes. Keep warm over very low heat and serve with tortilla chips, cilantro and fresh salsa.

Makes 6 cups