But the general rule of thumb is that if you plan to cook something a long time, use flour, and if you need your thickening agent to act quickly, use cornstarch.įlour produces a much better flavor over time, but must be cooked quite a bit to ensure your recipe is smooth, not gritty. It can be tricky to know when to choose cornstarch and when to choose flour. The best way to thicken your homemade queso is to use cornstarch as the thickening agent instead of flour. However, if you know how to thicken your queso recipe and use quality cheeses (without fillers) you can create the best cheese sauces you’ve ever tried. The reason so many people stick with said processed 2-ingredient cheese sauce is that it’s nice and smooth. This is the Best Queso Recipe, Perfect for Nachos, Burritos, and All Your Dipping Needs! Start with fresh onions, garlic and jalapeños, sautéed until soft, then add creamy half & half, smoky chipotle peppers, and three fabulous cheeses, including smoked cheddar to add a huge punch of flavor. This my friends, is The Best Queso Dip Recipe I’ve ever made. I’m not knocking either of these products, or the queso they make.

You’ve probably tried the 2-ingredient version with one unnamed block of highly processed cheese product and one can of tomatoes and chiles. What I meant to say, was that it would be a shame to have a Super Bowl Party and forget the spicy cheese sauce. Sorry… When we get to the end of football season, everything tends to come out in chant format.

This simple queso recipe is The Best Queso Dip Recipe (aka Cheese Sauce) I’ve ever made!

How to make a cheese sauce for dipping