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Addicting Queso- Low Carb, THM S

Ingredients

  • 2 T Butter
  • 1 Med Onion, finely chopped
  • 1 Med Jalapeno, deseeded, deveined, and finely chopped
  • 1 T Minced garlic
  • 2 t Ground Cumin
  • 2 t Chili Powder
  • 1 t Smoked Paprika
  • 1 t Salt
  • 1 t Onion Powder
  • 1 t Garlic Powder
  • 1 1/2 C Heavy Cream
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese
  • 8 oz Colby Jack Cheese, shredded
  • Enough Unsweetened Almond Milk to thin it to the consistency you like
  • Pico de Gallo, Guacamole, or any desired topping

Instructions

  • Finely chop your onion and jalapeno.
  • In a large skillet place your butter and melt over medium heat.
  • Add onion and jalapeno to the skillet. Allow to cook until soft.
  • Add the garlic and the seasonings. Allow to cook for a couple minutes.
  • Once soft, add heavy cream.
  • Bring to a simmer and add cubes of cream cheese.
  • Whisk until melted.
  • Add the shredded cheese.
  • Whisk until melted.
  • Once the cheese is incorporated, slowly add in some unsweetened almond milk until it is the consistency you want.
  • Mine magically changes color because I tasted it and added the chili powder and smoked paprika.
  • After the seasonings are added and whisked in, this is what it looks like.
  • Top with desired toppings.