Single Serving Queso Fundido

Instead of being limited to "group appetizer" status, this single serving Queso Fundido is designed to be a quick meal.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 poblano pepper
• 1 onion
• 1 chorizo link ((optional))
• 1-2 cups cheese ((Mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or Oaxaca))
• 1 jalapeno
• 1 garlic clove
• chips ((or tortillas))
• stock ((or water))
• salt
• freshly ground pepper
• oil

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Roast the poblano in the oven at 400F for approx. 10-15 minutes
2. 2Saute the chorizo until cooked and set aside. I used 1/3 of a link for this batch.
3. 3Shred 1-2 cups of cheese
4. 4Dice 2-3 tablespoons of both onion and the roasted poblano, reserving the leftover poblano
5. 5Saute the onion in a dollop of oil for a couple minutes
6. 6Add the poblano to the skillet along with generous dashes of salt and pepper
7. 7Add the chorizo and cook until everything is at a uniform temp
8. 8Add the cheese and create a single even layer (using an ovenproof skillet or a baking dish)
9. 9Bake in the oven at 400F for 4-8 minutes
10. 10Meanwhile, add the leftover poblano and garlic to a blender along with a 1/4 sliver of the jalapeno
11. 11Add 2-3 tablespoons of stock (or water) and pulse blend. Salt to taste and set aside.
12. 12Remove dish from oven when cheese is just finishing melting
13. 13Serve immediately with your choice of chips or warmed up tortillas
14. 14Garnish with cilantro and tomatoes (optional)