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Cottage Cheese Queso Recipe

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This Cottage Cheese Queso is a creamy, flavorful dip made with cottage cheese, cheddar, and taco seasoning, topped with fresh vegetables and perfect for serving with tortilla chips or veggies. It’s a healthier alternative to traditional queso, combining the richness of cheese with the lightness of cottage cheese and almond milk for smooth texture and a delicious savory kick.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese (2% fat)
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup milk (almond milk used, add more if necessary)
  • 2 teaspoons taco seasoning

Toppings

  • Tomato, finely chopped
  • Jalapeno, finely chopped
  • Cilantro, finely chopped
  • Red onion, finely chopped

Serving

  • Tortilla chips

Instructions

  1. Blend the base ingredients: In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, milk, and taco seasoning. Process until the mixture is smooth, pausing occasionally to scrape down the sides with a spatula and adding more milk if the consistency is too thick.
  2. Heat the queso: Transfer the blended mixture into a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in two increments of 15 to 20 seconds, stirring once midway and again at the end to ensure even heating and melting of the cheese.
  3. Add toppings and serve: Sprinkle the finely chopped tomato, jalapeno, red onion, and cilantro evenly over the warmed queso. Serve immediately alongside tortilla chips or fresh vegetables for dipping.

Notes

  • Use 2% cottage cheese for a creamy yet light texture.
  • Almond milk is used here, but any milk can be substituted to adjust creaminess.
  • Microwaving in increments prevents overheating and ensures smooth cheese melting.
  • Customize toppings to your taste or dietary preferences.
  • Serve immediately for best texture and flavor as queso thickens upon cooling.

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