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Savory Texas Smoked Brisket Queso

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A creamy, smoky queso dip featuring tender Texas smoked brisket and a blend of melted cheeses, perfect for game days and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Texas smoked brisket, chopped or shredded
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 1–2 jalapeños, finely diced
  • 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • ½ cup onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Chop the smoked brisket into bite-sized pieces. Finely dice the jalapeños (remove seeds for less heat). Chop the onion and mince the garlic. Shred the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.
  2. In a medium saucepan or heavy-bottomed skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and diced jalapeños, stirring for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes with green chilies, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 2 minutes to combine flavors.
  4. Reduce heat to low and add the softened cream cheese in chunks. Stir continuously until it melts smoothly into the mixture.
  5. Slowly pour in the milk, stirring to combine. Gradually add the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, stirring constantly to melt evenly without clumping.
  6. Gently stir in the chopped smoked brisket. Heat through for 2 minutes to infuse smoky flavor.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or black pepper if needed.
  8. Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro if desired. Serve warm with tortilla chips, crusty bread, or roasted veggies.

Notes

Keep heat low when melting cheeses to avoid grainy texture. Add a splash of milk if queso becomes too thick. Drain excess fat from brisket if very fatty to prevent oily dip. Use freshly shredded cheese for best melting results. Adjust jalapeño quantity to control heat level.

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