Tex-Mex Free recipe

Queso Fundido

This Queso Fundido is bubbly melted cheese with chorizo for scooping with chips. It comes together in about 25 minutes, which makes it an easy weeknight option.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 20 min Total: 25 min

25Minutes

4Servings

4.6Rating

EasyLevel

Why you'll love this recipe

Ready in about 25 minutes from start to finish.
Comes together in a single pan or pot, which keeps cleanup simple.
Leftovers hold up well for lunch the next day.

Ingredients

Makes 4 servings

12 oz Oaxaca or Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
6 oz fresh chorizo, casing removed
1/4 cup diced onion
1 tomato, diced
warm tortillas or tortilla chips

Estimated Nutrition (per serving)

505Calories

40gFat

7gCarbs

28gProtein

Estimated from the ingredients above; actual values vary by brand and exact measurements.

Method

Step 1
Heat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Step 2
Cook the chorizo in a skillet over medium-high, breaking it up, 5 to 6 minutes until browned. Add the onion for the last 2 minutes. Drain the fat.
Step 3
Put the shredded cheese in an oven-safe skillet or baking dish and bake 8 to 10 minutes until fully melted and just bubbling.
Step 4
Spoon the chorizo and onion over the melted cheese and scatter the diced tomato on top.
Step 5
Serve immediately (cheese firms up as it cools) with warm tortillas or chips for scooping.

Cook's tips

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Taste and adjust the seasoning right before serving -- salt levels vary a lot between brands of broth, sauce, and canned goods.
Prep all the ingredients before you start cooking; this one moves quickly once it is on the heat.

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