El Original Queso

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   Make the pico de gallo: In a bowl, mix the tomatoes with the onion, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice and salt.

2. 2

   Make the queso: In an enameled medium cast-iron casserole, melt the cheese with the milk over low heat, stirring often, until smooth, 7 minutes.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, melt the butter in a medium skillet.

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   Add the jalapenos and onion and cook over moderately high heat until softened, about 7 minutes.

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   Stir in the cumin and salt.

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   Stir the jalapeno mixture into the melted cheese.

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   Off the heat, stir in the pico de gallo.

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   Serve hot with tortilla chips and lime wedges.

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