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Delish Cottage Cheese Queso Recipes

Delish Cottage Cheese Queso Recipes

Ultra-creamy, protein-packed queso made with blended cottage cheese, melty cheddar, and zesty tomatoes with green chiles. Ready in minutes on the stovetop—perfect for game day or a quick snack.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cup low-fat cottage cheese 2% recommended
  • 1.5 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded about 6 ounces
  • 0.5 cup milk 2% or whole
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes with green chiles, drained Rotel-style
  • 0.25 cup pickled jalapeños, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice fresh
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt adjust to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch helps prevent separating
  • 1 tablespoon milk for cornstarch slurry
  • 2 tablespoon cilantro, chopped optional garnish
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce optional

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Blend cottage cheese in a blender until completely smooth and silky, 0.5 to 1 minute. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch with 1 tablespoon milk to make a smooth slurry.
  • In a medium saucepan over low heat, add the remaining milk, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Warm gently until steaming, not boiling.
  • Whisk in the cornstarch slurry and cook, stirring, until slightly thickened, about 0.5 to 1 minute.
  • Add shredded cheddar a handful at a time, whisking constantly over low heat until fully melted and smooth.
  • Whisk in the blended cottage cheese until creamy. Do not boil.
  • Stir in drained tomatoes with green chiles, chopped pickled jalapeños, lime juice, and hot sauce if using. Warm through for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning. If too thick, whisk in a splash of milk to loosen. Garnish with cilantro and serve warm with tortilla chips or veggies.

Notes

Keep the heat low to prevent separation. Queso thickens as it cools—reheat gently with a splash of milk. For extra heat, add minced fresh jalapeño or more hot sauce.