CHILI CON QUESO DIP

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method

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1/4 C Half & Half

1 t Cumin (add more if you like...)

4 oz Chopped green chilies

1 c fresh diced tomatoes (or Canned)

1/2 c Chopped onion

2 diced scallions, including some green

1/2 lb Shredded jack cheese or cheddar (or mixed)

(Have also used some velveta)

1 t Minced garlic (carefull, not too much)

3 oz Cream cheese

1/4 t Pepper or white pepper

1 T Chopped cilantro

OPTIONAL : diced green pepper, or jalopeno

Heat all cheeses and cream over low heat, stirring constantly, until the cheese is melted . Add the rest of the ingrediants, saving the tomatoes, cilantro, and scallions for last. Don't let it heat for more than 2 minutes after you've added those last 3... Serve with tortilla chips. Makes 2-1/2 cups, give or take...

(-Go easy on the garlic, you can destroy the flavor of the queso by using too much)