Description
Indulge in the irresistible allure of Cheesy Rotel Ranch Queso, a creamy and zesty dip that turns any gathering into a fiesta. With the perfect blend of melted Velveeta cheese, spicy Rotel tomatoes, and ranch dressing mix, this dish is a guaranteed hit at game nights or cozy movie marathons. Serve it hot with crunchy tortilla chips, and watch as friends and family dive right in for seconds. It’s simple to prepare, adaptable to your taste preferences, and sure to satisfy every cheesy craving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Velveeta cheese
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel tomatoes (original or spicy)
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch dressing mix
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 (4 oz) can green chiles
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Gather and chop any necessary ingredients.
- Melt Cheese Mixture: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine Velveeta and cream cheese. Stir until fully melted.
- Add Flavor Boosters: Mix in Rotel tomatoes and green chiles until well combined.
- Incorporate Ranch Goodness: Sprinkle in the ranch dressing mix while stirring continuously until thickened.
- Serve Hot: Transfer to a serving bowl with tortilla chips for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added heat, consider mixing in jalapeños or cooked sausage. Top with fresh cilantro or diced avocado for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat gently on the stove or microwave.