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Cowboy Queso Recipe

Cowboy Queso

Delight your guests with this rich and cheesy Cowboy Queso recipe that's perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Appetizers, Party Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 352

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ¾ cup beer (IPA)
  • ½ cup Pepper Jack cheese, shredded
  • 16 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1 small jalapeno, seeded and finely diced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilis, drained
  • fresh tomatoes, diced for garnish
  • fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
  • lime wedges, for garnish
  • tortilla chips, for serving

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

  1. To a large skillet over medium-high heat, add ground beef. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon until no longer pink (about 5-7 minutes). Drain grease.
  2. Add salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
  3. Pour in the beer. Let it simmer for about 4-5 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce slightly.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium-low.
  5. Add the shredded cheese and Velveeta to the skillet. Stir occasionally until all the cheese is melted and smooth.
  6. Add black beans, red onion, jalapeno, and tomatoes. Stir to combine.
  7. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
  8. Garnish with freshly diced tomatoes, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
  9. Serve immediately with tortilla chips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 352kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 19gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the cheese and add in spices to suit your taste. Let the dish rest for optimal texture and flavor before serving.

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