Description
A rich and creamy dip made with cheese, Rotel tomatoes, and ranch seasoning, perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can of Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 block (8 oz) of cream cheese
- 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese (about 8 oz)
- 1 packet of ranch seasoning mix (about 1 oz)
- 1–2 jalapeños (fresh, diced, or pickled, to taste)
- 2 green onions (sliced, for garnish)
- 1/2 cup of milk (optional, for desired consistency)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by dicing jalapeños and slicing green onions.
- Melt the cream cheese in a medium saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese, Rotel tomatoes, ranch seasoning, and milk to the melted cream cheese, stirring until well combined.
- Continue to cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until the dip is creamy and smooth. Fold in diced jalapeños and serve warm.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use low-fat cream cheese.
- Swap cheddar cheese for pepper jack for a spicy kick.
- Use almond milk or oat milk for a dairy-free option.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop over low heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: queso, dip, creamy, Rotel, ranch, cheese, appetizer