Queso Blanco Dip (White Cheese Dip)
Ingredients
1 cup cheese (Monterey jack, Asadero or Chihuahua), finely shredded
4 ounces green chiles
1/4 cup half-and-half
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 serrano or jalapeno pepper, finely chopped (optional)
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Using a double boiler over medium heat, add all the ingredients. Cook, stirring occasionally, until fully melted and well blended.
Serve warm.