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Cowboy Queso

  • Author: Ava Garrison
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings

Description

Cowboy Queso is a rich, hearty cheese dip loaded with seasoned ground beef, spicy sausage, black beans, corn, and zesty Rotel tomatoes. Blended with Velveeta and pepper jack cheese, it delivers a bold, creamy flavor that’s perfect for parties, game nights, or anytime you want a satisfying, savory snack. Top it with pico de gallo and cilantro, and serve hot with chips or veggies.


Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 lb spicy pork sausage
  • 16 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
  • 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes with green chiles (undrained)
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1/2 cup fresh pico de gallo
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
  • Tortilla chips, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, cook ground beef and sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain excess grease.
  2. Transfer the cooked meat to a saucepan or slow cooker.
  3. Add Velveeta, pepper jack cheese, and undrained Rotel tomatoes.
  4. Stir over low heat (or high in slow cooker) until cheese is fully melted and smooth.
  5. Fold in black beans and corn; stir to combine and heat through.
  6. Adjust seasoning if needed (salt, pepper, or spices).
  7. Serve warm, topped with pico de gallo and chopped cilantro.
  8. Keep warm in a slow cooker for serving.