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Instructions
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In a blender or food process (this can also be done in a bowl with an immersion blender), add in the cottage cheese, cheddar cheese and taco seasoning.
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Blend until creamy and no lumps remain. I needed to add about a tablespoon of water to thin mine out a little.
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Pour into a bowl and microwave in 15 second increments, stirring in between. I microwaved mine for about a minute total. You want to stir in between though to avoid the cheese curdling. Season with salt as desired and enjoy!
Notes
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*If you want this to be a little lighter, you can start with just 1/4 cup of cheddar and add more later as needed
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Storage Instructions – Store leftover queso in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave, stirring often.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Strain Your Cottage Cheese First 🧈Place cottage cheese in a fine-mesh strainer for 5-10 minutes before blending to remove excess liquid, resulting in a creamier, thicker queso with better texture and more authentic consistency.
- Blend in Stages for Silky Smoothness 🌀Start blending cottage cheese alone until completely smooth before adding cheddar and seasonings; this prevents lumps and ensures a luxurious, restaurant-quality dip that rivals traditional queso.
- Toast Your Taco Seasoning 🌶️Quickly bloom your taco seasoning in a dry pan for 30 seconds before adding to the blender to intensify spice flavors and eliminate any raw powder taste for deeper, more complex seasoning.
- Use Full-Fat Cheddar for Maximum Flavor 🧀Choose sharp or extra-sharp full-fat cheddar over mild varieties; the higher fat content melts more smoothly and delivers richer, cheesier flavor that makes the cottage cheese base virtually undetectable.
- Keep It Warm in a Double Boiler 🔥Transfer finished queso to a double boiler or slow cooker on low heat to maintain creamy consistency throughout serving without separating or becoming grainy.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low Carb
High Protein
My Calorie Intake
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