Looking for something special for your Cinco De Mayo celebration? How about a nice White Mexican Cheese Dip served warm in a large crock pot? This is certainly a crowd pleaser for your guests as they begin to savor the gooey melted cheese flavored with spice and chunks of pepper and onion on the edge of the large tortilla chip... Napkins are a must!
Using a large crock pot to slowly warm the concoction, this delightful mess will having them coming back again and again to savor the culinary experience across the taste buds...
Let's begin with a list of the basic ingredients:
For the basic cheese ingredient, start with monterey jack and combine with Asadero or Chihuahua cheese.
Salsa
Chili Powder
Red or Chile Peppers
Onion
Cilantro
Cumin
Optional Ingredients:
Bell Pepper
Diced Chicken
Mexican Sausage
Sour Cream
Pinch of Garlic
Red Pepper flake - for a little kick
Mix the ingredients in the crock pot and let it warm on low heat and stir occasionally to keep the mixture from overcooking.
While it is cooking, you can create a nice assortment of dip ready accompaniments:
Standard Tortilla Chips are the obvious choice, but you can accent the basic spread with red and blue corn tortilla chips. This will add to the festive look and feel of the celebration.
Flour Tortillas can also be provided for those who are looking for a softer form for dipping
Pita Bread cut into triangle like shapes is another option that you can give to those who want a healthier alternative to the Tortilla
Oven baked Pita Bread - Not only can you serve the pita bread in its original state, but if you cut the bread into triangles and bake until golden, you will have a nice chip like option
The White cheese Mexican Dip is a nice appetizer for Cinco De Mayo or any other gathering that might call for something quick easy and out of the ordinary. Once you have made a batch, you will be asked for the special recipe over and over again.
Enjoy with a nice Margarita or Mexican beer to compliment the flavor of the dish and the evening... Happy Cinco De Mayo!
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