Wood River Chipotle Chorizo Queso
-SERVES: 4-6
PREP TIME: 5 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 15 minutes
COURSE: Starter
The heat of the chipotle, chorizo, and jalapeños is beautifully balanced by the luxurious richness of the cheddar and heavy cream in this delightfully feisty fiesta starter!
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb. fresh chorizo
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 3 Tbsp flour
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 lb. Wood River Original Cheddar, grated
- ¼ cup chipotles in Adobo, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, diced (remove seeds if you prefer it not too spicy)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Tortilla chips, for serving
Instructions
- In a medium pot over medium high heat add olive oil and chorizo. Cook 3-5 minutes until chorizo is crumbled and golden brown. Using a slotted spoon remove the chorizo to a paper towel lined plate.
- In same pot add flour, cumin, and red pepper flakes to oil. Cook for 1-2 minutes then add heavy cream. Whisk and cook until incorporated and milk begins to thicken.
- Add in cheese and chipotles and whisk until cheese is melted. Stir in reserved chorizo and diced jalapeño. Check for seasoning and adjust as necessary.
- Pour into serving bowl and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve with chips and your other favorite Citarella dips and enjoy!
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