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Queso Fundido

Makes 2¼ cups

Queso Fundido

Makes 2¼ cups

This can be made with or without chorizo – both versions are indulgent and delicious! Serve with Homemade Tortilla Chips.

Nutritional information per serving (¼ cup):Calories 250 (79% from fat)
carb. 2g
pro. 10g
fat 22g
sat. fat 10g.chol. 61mg
sod. 589mg
calc. 116mg
fiber 0g

Ingredients

  • 8ounces raw chorizo, remove and discard casings,
  • if necessary (optional)
  • 8ounces (1 standard package) cream cheese, cold
  • 4ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • ⅓cup salsa (any flavor or heat variety)

Preparation

  1. 1. Put the chorizo, if using, in a microwave-safe dish. Spread the chorizo so it is one layer. Cover and place into the Cuisinart® 3-in-1 Microwave AirFryer Oven. Select Microwave and set the time and power level for 4 minutes on High (10P), and press Start. Remove and reserve to cool slightly. Once cool, crumble the cooked chorizo.
  2. 2. Put the remaining ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl and place into the oven. Select Microwave and set the time and temperature for 3 minutes 30 seconds on High (10P). Stir in the chorizo, if using. Serve warm.