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Fire Roasted Corn Queso Dip

This creamy, velvety smooth queso dip is loaded with fire roasted corn and green chile - guaranteed to be devoured by all!
Servings 4 -6
Author Karen @ The Tasty Bite

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 small shallots diced
  • 1 tbsp chipotle chiles in adobo sauce minced
  • 4 oz can diced green chiles drained
  • 1 cup fire roasted corn kernels
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp cumin
  • 4 oz cream cheese cut into cubes and softened
  • 10 oz Heluva Good sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Diced tomatoes or pico de gallo and tortilla chips for serving

Instructions

  • In a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and saute shallots until soft and fragrant. Add the chiles and corn kernels, and saute for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in corn starch until well blended.
  • Whisk in milk, garlic powder, cumin, and cream cheese and bring to a low simmer, stirring occasionally, until the mixture becomes smooth.
  • Add shredded cheese gradually and continue to stir until smooth and creamy.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm with tortilla chips.

Notes

To make this dip ahead of time, place a piece of plastic wrap directly on top of the dip to prevent a skin from forming and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in microwave or small saucepan, adding milk or water as needed to adjust consistency.