Velveeta Queso Recipe

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velveeta queso recipe

How to Make it
  1. Brown the ground beef and drain any excess grease. Add beer and simmer for 4-5 minutes.
  2. Add Velveeta and Cheddar Jack Cheese, let it melt and stir until smooth.
  3. Add Black Beans, Cilantro, and Red Onions. Stir to combine.
  4. Add Rotel tomatoes and any excess tomato juice until desired consistency is reached.

Velveeta Queso Recipe

velveeta queso recipe

This EASY 2-ingredient Velveeta queso is the perfect last minute dip that’s easily made in the microwave or crockpot. It’s great for a crowd and tastes super creamy and delicious.

Prep: 15min

Total: 15min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 132 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 6 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 903 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 6 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 16 ounce package Velveeta
  • 10 ounce can RO*TEL

Instruction:

  1. Cube Velveeta into a microwavable bowl. Add in the can of RO*TEL. Microwave for 3 minutes. Stir and then cook 1-2 more minutes or until smooth. Alternatively place in a slow cooker and cook on low for 1-2 hours or until smooth.
  2. Add in optional mix in’s if desired.
  3. Store in slow cooker on the warm setting until ready to serve.

Ro*Tel® Famous Queso Dip

velveeta queso recipe

A creamy, cheesy, and spicy Velveeta® queso recipe that you have to serve at your next Cinco de Mayo celebration or family gathering. Pair with your favorite taco recipe for a festive meal everyone will enjoy! Velveeta® is a registered trademark of Kraft Foods, Inc. RO*TEL® is a registered trademark of Conagra Brands, Inc..

Prep: 10min

Total: 10min

Yield: 20

Nutrition Facts: Calories 68 calories

Ingredients:

  • 1 can (10 oz each) Ro*Tel® Original Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, undrained
  • 1 pkg (16 oz each) Velveeta® Original Cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Instruction:

  1. Combine undrained tomatoes and Velveeta in medium saucepan.
  2. Cook over medium heat 5 minutes or until Velveeta is melted completely and mixture is blended, stirring frequently.
  3. Serve warm as a dip with tortilla chips, crackers or cut-up fresh vegetables.

Rotel Dip (Velveeta Queso Recipe)

velveeta queso recipe

Velveeta Queso Dip is loaded with sausage, beer, tomatoes, cheese, black beans, and more. It’s the ultimate Super Bowl Recipe.

Prep: 15min

Total: 30min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 341 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 19 g, Saturated Fat 9 g, Cholesterol 59 mg, Sodium 1239 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 6 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 2 8 packs Old El Paso Taco Boats
  • 1 ounce Taco Seasoning (Click for Homemade Recipe!)
  • Olive Oil Spray
  • 1/2 lb. hot pork sausage (or regular, casing removed (Such as Jimmy Dean))
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 3/4 cup Pale Ale beer (or your favorite type of beer)
  • 16 oz. Velveeta (cut into 1” cubes)
  • 1/2 c. Shredded Pepper Jack cheese
  • 1 can Rotel Tomatoes, undrained (14.5 ounce can)
  • 1 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Instruction:

  1. Preheat oven to 350F
  2. Cut the Taco Boats in half width wise and place on a large baking sheet. Spray with olive oil spray (or drizzle with olive oil) and then sprinkle with the Taco Seasoning. Spray with more olive oil.
  3. Bake for 10 minutes, or until the taco boats are browned and crispy. Remove from the oven and set aside.
  4. While the chips are cooking, begin your dip. Start by browning the sausage in a medium skillet over medium heat. Use a wooden spatula to crumble and turn the sausage as it cooks.
  5. Once the sausage is cooked through, add in the beer and allow to cook down/reduce for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Stir in the Velveeta and shredded pepper jack. It should take about 3-5 minutes for all the cheese to melt in. Once melted, stir in the tomatoes, beans, and cilantro.
  7. Serve immediately with the homemade chips. Enjoy!

Velveeta Queso Blanco Dip

velveeta queso recipe

This 4-ingredient Queso Banco Dip is so creamy, irresistible and most importantly, comes together in just minutes! Everyone always loves this Velveeta Queso Blanco. I’ve even caught guests licking the bowl!

Prep: 5min

Total: 11min

Yield: 16

Serving Size: 0.33 cup

Nutrition Facts: calories 130 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 6 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 956 mg, Sugar 4 g, servingSize 0.33 cup

Ingredients:

  • 2 pound brick Velveeta Queso Blanco (cut into 1/2 inch cubes)
  • 8 ounces canned chopped green chiles
  • 2 large jalapeños (minced)
  • 2 Tablespoons milk

Instruction:

  1. Place the queso blanco cubes, green chilies, jalapeños, and milk into a medium microwave-safe bowl.
  2. Cook on high for 2 minutes and then stir. Heat for 1 minute on high and stir again. Repeat the process until the cheese is melted and the queso dip is nice and smooth.
  3. Serve with tortilla chips.

How To Make: Velveeta Rotel Dip – EASY cheese dip

FAQ

How do you keep Velveeta queso creamy?

Recipe FAQs

Stir the cheese and microwave for 30 to 60 seconds at a time until smooth and creamy. How do you keep Velveeta queso creamy? To help slow down the pace at which the Velveeta cheese hardens, add evaporated milk to aid in this, or use a slow cooker that will keep it warm or on low while serving.

What spices to add to Velveeta queso?

My mom always adds chili seasoning to it and it’s fantastic. I like to add about ½ teaspoon of cumin and a dash of chili powder to the Velveeta and RoTel. My mom likes to top it off with sliced green onions, so good! Chopped cilantro is another great garnish.

Is Velveeta queso good?

It’s super creamy, cheesy, and smooth due to the Velveeta cheese. It is delicious served as an appetizer. But it is so good I love to use it in other ways too.

How to make Velveeta queso thin?

How Do I Thin Out Velveeta Cheese Dip? Velveeta cheese dip can be thinned out by adding milk or water, stirring until the desired consistency is reached. You can also add additional seasonings, such as garlic powder or onion powder, to taste.

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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