🧀 Mexican Restaurant Cheese Dip

This Mexican Restaurant Cheese Dip is creamy, cheesy, and packed with bold flavor — just like the famous appetizer served at Tex-Mex restaurants! Made with simple ingredients and ready in minutes, it's perfect for game day, parties, or a quick snack with tortilla chips.

Ingredients

• 1 (8 oz) block Velveeta cheese, cubed
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp cumin (optional)
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for texture)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
• Tortilla chips (for serving)

Instructions

1. Melt base: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt butter. Stir in milk, cubed Velveeta, and green chilies.
2. Add seasonings: Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, cumin (if using), and paprika. Cook, stirring frequently, until smooth and melted.
3. Finish: Remove from heat. Stir in shredded cheddar and fresh cilantro (if using).
4. Serve warm: Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately with tortilla chips.
5. Keep warm: For parties, maintain warmth in a fondue pot or slow cooker set to low.

Tip: For a spicier kick, add a few dashes of hot sauce or substitute jalapeño peppers for green chilies. You can also stir in cooked ground beef or refried beans for a heartier dip!

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