Queso with Ground Beef

Queso with Ground Beef

Creamy, cheesy, and flecked with bits of ground beef, this classic Tex-Mex dip is sure to be a hit at your next party. Pair it with a bag of tortilla chips, or better yet, drizzle with reckless abandon over an entire sheet pan of nachos.

All of Anyday’s recipes are tested (and retested!) in many different microwaves and home kitchens to make sure they work — and work well.

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Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

4-5 mins

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Ingredients

  • 2 oz (55g) ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (240ml) milk
  • 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
  • Salt, to taste 
  • 1 cup (75g) shredded cheddar cheese


Preparation

  1. Place the beef and butter in the Anyday dish. Cover with the lid (knob lifted). Cook in the microwave for 2-2:30 minutes, or until fully cooked.
  2. Add the flour mix and whisk well, until the flour is fully dissolved. Add the milk, taco seasoning, and salt. Mix well. Cover and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until thickened to your liking.
  3. Add the cheese and mix until incorporated.


Serving suggestions & tips

  • For a hotter queso, add some dashes of your favorite hot sauce when you add the cooked beef.
  • For a smoky touch, season with adobo sauce from a can of chipotle peppers.
  • Substitute ground turkey for beef.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute the cooked beef for cooked lentils.
  • Microwave ovens vary, even with the same wattages. Adjust cooking times as needed.