Bello, Bray, Schmauss, Humes, and (soon to be...)'s Food!

Bello, Bray, Schmauss, Humes, and Sudweeks' Food!

Monday, December 30, 2024

Cafe Rio Queso Copycat Recipe



  • 16 oz Queso Blanco Velveeta, cut into cubes 
  • 1/2 cup Rotel original or hot (with habanero) OR 1/2 cup pico 
  • 1/4 cup green chili sauce- mild, medium or hot
  • 1/3 cup red enchilada sauce- regular or hot
  • 2 tablespoons Coke, Diet Coke, or Dr Pepper to thin if needed
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped fine
  • 3 stems green onion, chopped both green and white portions

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Place cubed cheese in a 2 quart pan on stove top. 
  • Add the Rotel or pico, green chile sauce, and red enchilada sauce. Stir ingredients together over medium heat until the cheese is melted. 
  • Add the chopped green onion and cilantro to the mixture in the pan. Mix with a large spatula or spoon.
  • Add the soda to the queso and stir to thin. Serve while warm with tortilla Chips

Garlic Herb Salad

 


Good Seasons Garlic and Herb Salad Dressing Mix (make according to salad package directions)

Iceberg lettuce

Real bacon bits

Crispy fried onions

Italian Blend Cheese

Croutons

Combine salad and let dressing sit for a few minutes before serving