PUMPKIN QUESO

Pumpkin Queso image

I like serving this pumpkin queso with veggie chips like sweet potato or kale, but it's also great with good old tortilla chips. It can be made with vegetable stock and gluten-free flour if you have dietary restrictions. —Darla Andrews, Schertz, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 3-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
3 cups shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup canned pumpkin
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Tortilla chips
Optional: Pumpkin seeds and minced cilantro

Steps:

In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in stock and cream. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 4-5 minutes. Stir in cheese, pumpkin and seasonings until cheese is melted. Serve with tortilla chips and if desired, sprinkle with pumpkin seeds and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 139mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.