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Oaxacan Cheese Dip

A warm, gooey cheese dip with a golden top, perfect for scooping with tortilla chips or bread. Simple and satisfying.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
320
Protein
12g
Oaxacan Cheese Dip
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Ingredients

  • 8 oz Oaxaca cheese
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 jalapeño
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 2 cups tortilla chips

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F. Shred the 8 oz Oaxaca cheese and set aside.

  2. 2

    In an oven-safe skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tbsp butter. Add 1 sliced jalapeño and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Reduce heat to low, add the shredded cheese and 1/2 cup heavy cream. Stir constantly until cheese melts and mixture is smooth, about 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Season with 1/4 tsp salt. Remove from heat and smooth the top with a spatula.

  5. 5

    Bake for 10-12 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly. Let cool 2 minutes before serving with 2 cups tortilla chips.

Tools you’ll need

  • Oven-safe skillet
  • Cheese grater
  • Spatula

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