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Cinco de Mayo: Felix's Chili con Queso

Source of Recipe


Felix Mexican Restaurant, Houston, TX






List of Ingredients



• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  
• 1 onion, chopped
  
• Salt and ground black pepper to taste
  
• 1/2 cup canned tomatoes
  
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  
• 1-1/2 tsp sugar
  
• 2 Tbsp paprika
  
• Garlic powder to taste
  
• 1/4 cup each: flour and water
  
• 1/2 lb. American cheese, grated (2 cups)
  






Instructions



1. Combine oil, onion, salt, pepper, tomatoes, cayenne, sugar, paprika and garlic powder in heavy pot and simmer 25 to 30 minutes over medium heat.
   
   
2. Mix flour and water in small bowl; add to onion mixture gradually, stirring until smooth and thick.
   
   
3. Add cheese, stirring constantly to prevent sticking. Cook until well-blended and smooth.
   
   Serve warm with tortilla chips.