Description
There’s nothing quite like a bowl of warm, gooey Velveeta queso dip sitting in the middle of the table. This two-ingredient recipe (Velveeta cheese and Rotel tomatoes) is the definition of comfort food—rich, creamy, and perfectly spiced. Whether you’re hosting a party, watching the game, or just need a quick snack, this dip is guaranteed to be the first thing gone. What makes it so special is not just its ease, but its versatility. You can keep it simple or load it up with ground beef, sausage, beans, or veggies to make it heartier. Serve it with chips, pretzels, or fresh veggies, and you’ve got a dish everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 can Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- Optional: ½ pound ground beef, sausage, or chorizo (cooked and drained)
- Optional: 1 cup black beans or corn (drained)
Instructions
- Cube Velveeta into 1-inch pieces for even melting.
- In a saucepan or slow cooker, combine Velveeta and Rotel (plus any add-ins).
- Heat on low, stirring frequently until smooth and creamy.
- Serve immediately with tortilla chips, pretzels, or veggies.
Notes
- For extra flavor, stir in a pinch of cumin, chili powder, or smoked paprika.
- Keep warm in a crockpot on the “low” setting for parties.
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce if you like more spice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer / Snack
- Method: Stovetop or slow cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg