Ridiculously Easy Queso Fresco "Dip"

Name: Ridiculously Easy Queso Fresco "Dip"
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 3 min
Total time: 2 h 13 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) package queso fresco; 1 (16 ounce) jar salsa; 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced; 2 dashes hot pepper sauce (such as Frank's RedHot®)

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On a recent trip to the local Costco®, I ended up purchasing a huge thing of queso fresco, or Mexican white cheese. Not sure what to do with it, I created this modified dip that goes perfectly with any Mexican-themed meal! It's so ridiculously easy, and looks much more refined than classic chile con queso. Serve with tortilla chips and enjoy! Reheat as needed.

By Jillian Eileen

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prep:

10 mins

cook:

3 mins

additional:

2 hrs

total:

2 hrs 13 mins

Servings:

Yield:

8 servings

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 8 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

1 (12 ounce) package queso fresco
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
2 dashes hot pepper sauce (such as Frank's RedHot®)

Directions

Step 1
Slice queso fresco in half horizontally, creating 2 rounds. Transfer to a shallow microwave-safe baking dish.

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Step 2
Spread salsa evenly over queso fresco and pour any residual juices around the dish for the queso fresco to marinate in. Top with cilantro, jalapeno, and hot sauce. Cover with plastic wrap and let marinate, at least 2 hours, preferably longer.
Step 3
Heat queso fresco in the microwave until slightly softened, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

79 calories; protein 6.1g; carbohydrates 6.2g; fat 3.7g; cholesterol 13.8mg; sodium 401.6mg. Full Nutrition

Cally

08/26/2016

I made this for my coworkers and they loved it! The cheese melted just enough to make it kind of springy. I loved the texture and flavor with the salsa. Such an easy and flavorful recipe for a party!

2 Ratings

5 star values: 1
4 star values: 1
3 star values: 0
2 star values: 0
1 star values: 0

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Cally

08/26/2016

I made this for my coworkers and they loved it! The cheese melted just enough to make it kind of springy. I loved the texture and flavor with the salsa. Such an easy and flavorful recipe for a party!

Allrecipes Member

07/21/2016

Great flavors and the added jalapenos add a nice kick. Queso fresco takes on a smoother texture when heated.

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