Best Mexican Pepper Cheese Dip Recipes

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MEXICAN WHITE CHEESE DIP/SAUCE



Mexican White Cheese Dip/Sauce image

This dip is similar to white cheese sauces served in many Mexican restaurants. The amount of heat can be adjusted by adding your favorite chili pepper or crushed cayenne pepper to taste. As is, it is kid-friendly, quick, and delicious! It can be used as a dip for tortilla chips or a sauce for many Mexican dishes.

Provided by leahnwells

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Hot Cheese Dip Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound white American cheese, cubed
½ cup milk, or as needed
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
2 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chilies
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
cayenne pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place cheese, milk, and butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Cook until cheese has melted, stirring frequently. Stir in green chilies, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper to taste. Add more milk if dip is too thick. Heat through and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Cholesterol 55.1 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 1207 mg, Sugar 2 g

MEXICAN PEPPER CHEESE DIP



Mexican Pepper Cheese Dip image

Ladies and gents, this is simply to die for! This is the best dip I have made to date and is a consistent favorite at our backyard gatherings! The poblano peppers really add a smoky flavor that compliments the other peppers and cheese. Yes, it is spicy and will put some pep in your step. It doesn't get any better than this!

Provided by Its all good

Categories     Spreads

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup small dice onion
2 tablespoons minced jalapenos
1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
3 cups corn kernels (frozen, canned or fresh)
1 cup roasted poblano pepper, chopped
1/2 cup roasted red pepper, chopped
1/4 cup green onion, finely chopped (green parts only)
4 ounces cheddar cheese, grated
4 ounces monterey jack cheese, grated
3/4 cup sour cream
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon ground ancho chili pepper (sprinkle this just after the corn is added) (optional)
salt
cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • In a 10-inch sauté pan set over a medium high heat, add the butter. Once the butter is melted, add the onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the jalapeños and the garlic and sauté for 2 more minutes.
  • Add the corn and sauté for 5-6 minutes.
  • Remove the corn, jalapeños, garlic, and onion mixture to a mixing bowl. Add the remaining ingredients to the mixing bowl and blend well. Season the dip with salt and cayenne pepper.
  • Place in a casserole dish and bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until the dip begins to bubble.
  • Serve with your favorite chips!

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