Keto Queso
This keto queso is perfect for dipping your favorite low carb snack, but we also like to drizzle it over a low carb burrito bowl or dunk grilled chicken in it!
This keto queso is perfect for dipping your favorite low carb snack, but we also like to drizzle it over a low carb burrito bowl or dunk grilled chicken in it!
Yield
2 1/2 cups
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Total Time
20 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium jalapeno, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup water
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 8 ounces shredded cheddar
- 4 ounces shredded Monterey jack
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Stir in the onion, jalapeno, and cumin and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until vegetables have softened.
- Add the cream cheese, heavy cream, and water to the pan and cook, stirring constantly, over medium heat until the cream cheese has melted, about 5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and add the shredded cheese a handful at a time, whisking constantly, until all of the cheese has been added and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Add additional water as desired to reach the consistency you prefer.
Notes
We like to top our queso with pico de gallo before serving.
You can add extra jalapeno to make this spicier or skip it altogether to keep it more mild.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 10 Serving Size: 1/4 cupAmount Per Serving: Calories: 298Total Fat: 28gSaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 82mgSodium: 523mgCarbohydrates: 3gNet Carbohydrates: 3gFiber: 0gSugar: 2gProtein: 10g
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