Best Southwestern Cheese Dip Recipes

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SOUTHWESTERN CHEESE DIP



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To take the edge off the kids' (and our!) hunger, this dip can be whipped up in no time. It's great with vegetable or chips.-Coleen Martin, Brookfield, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound Mexican or plain process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
1 jar (8 ounces) process cheese spread
1 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 bunch green onions with tops, sliced
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
Assorted fresh vegetables or tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Place cheeses in a 1-1/2-qt. microwave-safe bowl. Top with bacon, onions and chilies. Microwave at 50% power for 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted, stirring every minute. Serve with vegetables or chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 497mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.

REDNECK SOUTHWESTERN CHEESE DIP



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I have been making this dip for large gatherings for many years. It's one of the most requested appetizers I make.

Provided by Cheryl Kemptner

Categories     Meat Appetizers

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb ground beef
1 lb breakfast sausage, regular
1 large onion, chopped
1 can(s) cream of mushroom soup
12 oz picante sauce
2 lb velveeta, cut in pieces
1 small can chopped green chilies
1 small can, chopped jalepenos (optional - use your own judgment)
2 large bags tortilla chips for dipping

Steps:

  • 1. Brown ground beef, sausage and onion in skillet. May be made ahead of time and frozen.
  • 2. Place all ingredients in large crock pot and heat on medium until cheese is melted and all ingredients are mixed together. Stir frequently.
  • 3. Be sure to put crock pot on Low or Warm after cheese melts so dip doesn't burn.
  • 4. Place chips in large bowl or basket next to the crock pot.
  • 5. Provide a large spoon for guests to put dip on small plates so folks won't dip chips into the crock pot. Warning: this won't stop some of 'em.
  • 6. This will become your most requested appetizer at any large gathering.

SOUTHWESTERN CORN-CHEESE DIP



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Ten-minute "app"! Melted peppy cheese and corn stir up into a quick and delicious dip.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 can (11 oz) Southwestern style corn
8 oz Mexican prepared cheese product with jalapeño peppers (from 16-oz loaf), cut into cubes
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or sliced green onions, if desired
8 oz tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Drain liquid from corn into 2-quart saucepan. Add cheese; cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until melted.
  • Stir in corn. Cook until thoroughly heated. Spoon into serving bowl. Sprinkle with cilantro. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (3 Tablespoons Dip and 1 Oz Chips), Sodium 310 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

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