Queso Fundido

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Queso fundido is a delicious Mexican dish that translates to "melted cheese" in English. It's a very popular appetizer for any Mexican inspired meal or game day spread!

Prep Time15

Cook Time30

Total Time45

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Mexican, Tex Mex, Southwestern

Servings: people

Author: Gaby Dalkin

Equipment

Ingredients

2 poblano peppers
2 tablespoons butter
1 yellow onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons milk
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup shredded Oaxaca cheese
2 cups shredded Pepper Jack cheese
Freshly fried tortilla chips for serving
Cilantro for garnish

Instructions

Turn oven to broil.
Place the poblano peppers on a sheet pan and cook directly under the broiler, turning occasionally, until blackened on all sides, 6 to 8 minutes total. Remove from the oven. Once cool enough to handle, chop and set aside, skin on. Alternatively, you can char the Poblano peppers over an open flame on the stove.
Adjust oven to 425°F.
Heat the butter in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and roasted peppers to the skillet and cook until onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
Shred the various cheeses and top the onion and pepper mixture with the cheese. Add the milk and stir everything to combine.
Fill a roasting pan or baking dish halfway up with hot water. Place the skillet inside of the water bath and transfer to the oven. Bake until the cheese is melted and gooey, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove the skillet from the water bath and serve immediately with salsa, guacamole and fresh chips.

Notes

I try to make recipes that are always really simple and require easy to find ingredients and equipment. Rarely do I ever call for a water bath but let me tell you - it really makes a difference in this recipe so don't skip it!! The water bath ensures an even cook for the cheese and keeps it from congealing!

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