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A tortilla chip being dipped into a bowl of creamy, orange Queso Dip speckled with herbs and peppers.

Queso Dip (Stovetop or Slow Cooker)

This easy queso dip recipe can be made on the stovetop or in a slow cooker, perfect for parties or a cozy night in. It's a simple, crowd-pleasing cheese dip that brings people together.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Slow Cooker Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Velveeta cheese spread cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1-2 tablespoons hot sauce such as Frank's Red Hot or Cholula
For Serving
  • Tortilla chips

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Slow cooker

Method
 

  1. Stovetop Method: Combine Velveeta, milk, and hot sauce in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir constantly until cheese is melted and smooth. Stir in more hot sauce if desired.
  2. Slow Cooker Method: Combine Velveeta, milk, and hot sauce in a slow cooker. Cook on low for 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until cheese is melted and smooth. Stir in more hot sauce if desired.
  3. Serve immediately with tortilla chips.

Notes

This queso dip is best served warm. You can keep it warm in the slow cooker on the 'warm' setting.

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