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Caso con Queso Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound of white American cheese, shredded
- 1 can of diced tomatoes and green chilies
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1/4 cup of butter
- 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon of cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon of chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- Large saucepan
- Whisk

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
2. Add the flour and whisk until smooth.
3. Add the milk and whisk until the mixture thickens.
4. Add the shredded cheese, diced tomatoes and green chilies, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
5. Stir until the cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth.
6. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
4-6 people

Nutritional information:
Calories: 300
Fat: 25g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Protein: 15g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- White American cheese can be substituted with cheddar cheese or Monterey Jack cheese.
- Diced tomatoes and green chilies can be substituted with fresh diced tomatoes and jalapeno peppers.

Variations:
- Add cooked ground beef or chorizo for a meaty version.
- Add cooked black beans or corn for a vegetarian version.

Tips and tricks:
- Use a whisk to ensure a smooth and creamy cheese sauce.
- Serve with tortilla chips or as a topping for nachos.
- Keep the heat low to prevent the cheese from becoming stringy.

Storage instructions:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop over low heat, stirring occasionally.

Presentation ideas:
Serve in a bowl or as a dip in a small crockpot.

Garnishes:
- Chopped cilantro
- Sliced jalapenos
- Diced tomatoes

Pairings:
- Margaritas
- Mexican beer

Suggested side dishes:
- Guacamole
- Salsa
- Refried beans

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cheese sauce is too thick, add more milk.
- If the cheese sauce is too thin, add more shredded cheese.

Food safety advice:
- Keep the cheese sauce refrigerated until ready to serve.
- Do not leave the cheese sauce out at room temperature for more than 2 hours.

Food history:
Caso con queso is a Tex-Mex dish that originated in Texas in the 1950s.

Flavor profiles:
- Creamy
- Cheesy
- Spicy

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a dip with tortilla chips.
- Use as a topping for nachos.
- Serve as a side dish with Mexican cuisine.

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Region: Mexican

Taste: Creamy, Cheesy, Savory, Tangy, Rich