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Delicious Cottage Cheese Queso Dip

A creamy and healthy twist on the classic queso dip, made with cottage cheese and loaded with delicious flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup cottage cheese (preferably low-fat) Make sure it's well-drained for the best texture.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Use more for extra cheesiness if desired.
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes Fresh or canned, drained.
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion (sweet or yellow)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • to taste Salt
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
  • Tortilla chips or veggie sticks for dipping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all your ingredients to make the process smoother.
Cooking
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add a splash of oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
  2. Add the minced garlic and diced jalapeño; sauté for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Reduce heat to low and add cottage cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, and ground cumin. Stir until well combined.
  4. Continue stirring until the cheese has melted and achieves a creamy consistency (about 5-7 minutes).
  5. Taste and season with salt, adding more spices or toppings if desired.
  6. Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with fresh cilantro if using, and serve warm with tortilla chips or veggie sticks.

Notes

You can substitute different types of cheese like Monterey Jack or pepper jack for an extra kick. Ensure not to overheat the dip after melting the cheese to keep it smooth. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days, or frozen for a month (noting texture changes).