Cowboy Queso Ground Beef Cheese (Print View)
Bold dip with beef, cheese, beans, and tomatoes, finished with crisp cilantro for vibrant flavor.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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8 ounces ground beef
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
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3/4 cup pale ale beer
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1/2 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese
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16 ounces processed cheese product, cubed (such as Velveeta)
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1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies (such as Rotel), partially drained
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1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
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1/4 cup finely diced red onion
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1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
# Directions:
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Cook and crumble the ground beef over medium-high heat in a large, high-sided skillet until fully browned. Drain excess grease.
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Add crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the beef. Pour in the pale ale and let it simmer for 4 to 5 minutes, allowing the beer to reduce.
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Lower heat to medium-low. Add shredded pepper Jack cheese and cubed processed cheese product. Stir regularly until fully melted and creamy.
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Stir in the black beans, red onion, and cilantro, mixing until evenly incorporated.
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Add the canned tomatoes with some of their juice for a thinner dip if desired. Stir thoroughly and continue to heat for about 5 minutes until heated through.
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Transfer to a serving bowl and serve hot with preferred dippers.
# Notes:
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For a thinner dip, increase the amount of reserved tomato liquid. Serve immediately to maintain the ideal creamy texture.