Applebees Queso Blanco is a favorite appetizer of so many. This white queso recipe is smooth, creamy, and has just that little bit of spice.
Vegetable oil | 2 Tablespoon | |
Minced jalapeno pepper | 2 Tablespoon , cored and seeded ((divided)) | |
Finely chopped white onion | 1/3 Cup (5.33 tbs) | |
White american cheese | 1 Pound , chopped | |
Monterey jack cheese | 8 Ounce , chopped | |
Half and half milk | 1/2 Cup (8 tbs) | |
Chopped tomato | 1/2 Cup (8 tbs) ((1/3 to 1/2 cup)) | |
Chopped cilantro | 2 Tablespoon , divided |
MAKING
In a medium sized pot, add in vegetable oil, 1 1/2 tablespoons jalapeno pepper and white onion over low - medium heat. Sauté onion and peppers until the onion becomes translucent.
Add all cheeses and half and half. Reduce heat to low and stir the cheese until melts.
Add the fresh tomatoes and stir, followed by half of the cilantro.
SERVING
Just before serving garnish the queso with remaining cilantro and chopped jalapenos.