Cheesy Rotel Ranch Queso (Print Version)
Creamy melted cheese with Rotel tomatoes and ranch, served warm with chips or veggies.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
01 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or processed cheese product
02 - 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel)
03 - 1/2 cup ranch dressing
04 - Sliced jalapeños for garnish (optional)
# Steps to Follow:
01 - In a saucepan, gently heat the shredded cheese over low to medium heat, stirring frequently until fully melted.
02 - Add the diced tomatoes with green chilies and ranch dressing to the melted cheese. Stir continuously until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
03 - Transfer the warm queso to a serving dish, garnish with sliced jalapeños if desired, and serve immediately with tortilla chips, pretzels, or fresh vegetable sticks.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Uses just three main ingredients you probably already have
- Ready to eat in about fifteen minutes including prep
- No fancy kitchen tools needed
- Crowd-pleaser for game day parties or movie nights
- You can make it mild or spicy
02 -
- This queso is gluten free if you use certified products
- Easily adaptable for plant-based diets with vegan cheese and ranch
- Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to three days
03 -
- Grating your own cheese will help it melt more evenly Avoid overheating or your dip may seize up Stir constantly and keep the heat medium low
- For an easy party version melt everything together in a slow cooker set to low and keep warm for hours