Smoked Queso

Ingredients

• 1 and 1/4 cups half and half (or heavy whipping cream)
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne (or more for more spice)
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 can diced tomatoes and green chiles, drained
• 1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped

Instructions

1. 1

   Add the half and half to a medium...: Add the half and half to a medium cooking pot and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.

2. 2

   Add in the cayenne, onion powder, garlic powder,...: Add in the cayenne, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt and stir until combined.

3. 3

   Add in the sharp cheddar cheese and stir...: Add in the sharp cheddar cheese and stir until combined and the cheese is melted.

4. 4

   Stir in the diced tomatoes with green chilis...: Stir in the diced tomatoes with green chilis and the chopped peppers in adobe sauce.

5. 5

   Serve hot with tortilla chips.