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creamy sharp cheese dip

Cheese Chip Dip

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Medium saucepan
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Silicone spatula
  • 1 measuring cup set
  • 1 measuring spoon set
  • 1 cheese grater
  • 1 serving bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese sharp
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 4 ounce cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sour cream full-fat
  • 1/2 cup milk whole
  • 2 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper ground
  • 2 tablespoon green onions finely sliced
  • 1 tablespoon pickled jalapeños finely optional; chopped

Instructions
 

  • Grate the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese and set aside in a bowl.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until foamy but not browned.
  • Whisk in the flour and cook, whisking constantly, for 1–2 minutes to form a smooth roux.
  • Slowly pour in the milk while whisking continuously until no lumps remain.
  • Add the cream cheese and whisk until it melts and the mixture is smooth.
  • Stir in the sour cream until fully combined and just starting to steam.
  • Add the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper, stirring to distribute evenly.
  • Reduce heat to low and gradually add the shredded cheeses, stirring constantly until melted and smooth.
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the green onions and chopped jalapeños if using.
  • Let the dip rest for 5 minutes to slightly thicken before transferring to a serving bowl.

Notes

For best results, use freshly shredded cheese since pre-shredded blends often contain anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting; adjust thickness by adding a tablespoon of milk at a time if it’s too thick or simmering a bit longer if too thin, and always keep the heat on low once the cheese is added to avoid graininess—if the dip starts to cool or thicken during serving, place the bowl over a warm water bath or briefly reheat on low, stirring gently, and feel free to customize the flavor with extra spices, hot sauce, or different cheese varieties like pepper jack or smoked gouda.
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