Melted Cheese Dip with Tequila

(from castro15’s recipe box)

Categories: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 medium tomatoes, cored, seeded and cut into 1/4" dice
  • 2 medium jalapenos, seeded and minced
  • 1 small onion, cut into 1/4" dice
  • Kosher salt
  • 3 tbsp tequila
  • 1/2 lb. Monterey Jack, shredded
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • Warm corn tortillas or corn chips, for serving

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil. Add the tomatoes, jalapenos, oion, and a large pinch of salt and cook over moderately high heat, stirring often, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the tequila and cook, stirring frequently, until the pan looks dry, about 2 minutes.

  2. Reduce the heat to low. Add the cheese and cook, stirring constantly, until fully melted, about 30 seconds. Quickly transfer the cheese dip to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with the cilantro and serve immediately with tortillas or chips.

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