Name: Slow Cooker Queso Blanco
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 12 ounces white American cheese; 4 ounces pepper jack cheese; 1.5 cups half and half or whole milk; 2 cloves garlic; 4 ounces green chiles; 1 tomato; 0.25 cup cilantro; Kosher salt and pepper

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Slow Cooker Queso Blanco

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Ingredients

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Slow Cooker Queso Blanco

12 ounces white American cheesecut into cubes

4 ounces pepper jack cheeseshredded

1 ½ cups half and half or whole milk

2 cloves garlicchopped

4 ounces green chilesdrained

1 tomatocut in half to remove seeds and dice

¼ cup cilantrochopped

Kosher salt and pepperto taste

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Instructions

Place the first 4 ingredients in a slow cooker on high and cook for about 45 minutes until cheese is melted. Stir to combine.

Add the remaining ingredients and heat through, about 10 minutes. Keep on warm while serving.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Shred Your Cheese Fresh 🧀
Always shred whole block pepper jack and white American cheese yourself rather than using pre-shredded; pre-shredded varieties contain anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting and create a grainy texture.
Toast Your Garlic First ⏲️
Mince garlic and let it sit for 5 minutes before adding to the slow cooker to activate its enzymes and develop deeper flavor, then add it directly to the dairy base for even distribution.
Roast Green Chiles for Depth 🌶️
Briefly char fresh green chiles under the broiler before adding them to enhance their natural smokiness and add complexity that elevates the dip from good to restaurant-quality.
Add Dairy Low and Slow 🥛
Pour half and half or milk in gradually while whisking on low heat setting to prevent curdling; never let the mixture exceed 160°F or the dairy will separate and ruin your silky texture.
Reserve Fresh Cilantro for Garnish 🌿
Keep most cilantro and diced tomato separate and add them just before serving as a bright topping; this preserves their fresh flavor and appealing color that the slow cooker would otherwise dull.