Effortless Cottage Cheese Queso (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cheesy Base
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2 teaspoons taco seasoning blend
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16 ounces creamy cottage cheese (Good Culture is a great pick!)
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1/4 cup plain water
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1 cup cheddar shredded fresh from the block
→ Extras on Top
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A sprinkle of fresh cilantro
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Pico de gallo for a fresh kick
# Instructions:
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Dump the cottage cheese, taco flavoring, and water into a blender, then blitz it till it's completely smooth. Should take around 30 seconds.
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Move the creamy blend to a saucepan on medium-low. Slowly mix in the cheddar while stirring, and keep at it until all the cheese melts together nicely.
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Check how it tastes and sprinkle in salt or pepper if needed. Scoop it up into a bowl, scatter some cilantro or pico de gallo if you'd like, and dig in while it's still warm!
# Notes:
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To make it extra creamy, keep blending the cottage cheese until it's lump-free. If you still see chunks, blend a little longer!
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Using a food processor to shred your cheese makes it super quick and saves you from doing it by hand!
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Keep the heat on medium-low while warming it up. It'll stop your cheese from burning and help it stay nice and creamy. Stir often to keep it moving!
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Want to spice it up? Toss in some cayenne or try cumin for a deeper, smoky flavor. Make it your own!
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More topping ideas to try: Pickled jalapeños, tortilla strip crunchies, crumbled queso fresco, or even some thick Greek yogurt would all be tasty.