Beer Chile Con Queso (Superbowl - Reduced fat)

Name: Beer Chile Con Queso (Superbowl - Reduced fat)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons canola oil or other vegetable oil; 1 large onions chopped; 3 cloves garlic minced, or more or less to taste; 1/2 cup beer; 1 1/2 cups milk, low-fat divided; 3 1/4 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded sharp; 1 1/4 cups tomatoes drained petite-diced; 2 each green chili peppers seeded and minced; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 3/4 teaspoon salt or more to taste; 3/4 teaspoon chili powder; 1/4 cup scallions, spring or green onions thinly sliced; 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, chopped

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons canola oil or other vegetable oil
1 large onions chopped
3 cloves garlic minced, or more or less to taste
1/2 cup beer
1 1/2 cups milk, low-fat divided
3 1/4 tablespoons cornstarch
2 cups cheddar cheese shredded sharp
1 1/4 cups tomatoes drained petite-diced
2 each green chili peppers seeded and minced
2 tablespoons lime juice
3/4 teaspoon salt or more to taste
3/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 cup scallions, spring or green onions thinly sliced
1/4 cup cilantro leaves, chopped

1
Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2
Stir in onion and garlic and cook, until soft and starting to brown, about 5 minutes.
3
Add beer and cook until reduced slightly, 1 minute.
4
Add 1 cup low-fat milk and bring to a simmer.
5
Meanwhile, whisk the remaining 1/2 cup milk and cornstarch in a small bowl.
6
Add to the pan and cook, stirring vigorously, until bubbling and thickened, 2 minutes.
7
Reduce heat to low, stir in cheese and cook, until melted.
8
Then add drained tomatoes, minced green chili peppers, lime juice, salt, chili powder, mix well.
9
Serve warm with any kind of chips, garnished with scallions and cilantro.

406

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons canola oil or other vegetable oil, 1 large onions chopped, 3 cloves garlic minced, or more or less to taste, 1/2 cup beer, and more.

Yes, Beer Chile Con Queso (Superbowl - Reduced fat) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!