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Easy Cheese Dip

A creamy and delicious cheese dip that's perfect for parties, game days, or a quick snack.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Cheese Base
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or cheese of choice
  • 1 cup cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup milk adjust for desired consistency
Flavorings
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for heat
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Cheese Mixture
  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the cream cheese and milk, stirring until smooth.
  2. Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese, continuing to stir until melted and creamy.
Season the Dip
  1. Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Serve
  1. Remove from heat and transfer to a serving bowl. Serve warm with tortilla chips, veggies, or bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 10gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a spicier dip, add diced jalapeños or hot sauce to taste.

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