Smoky Five-Pepper Cheese Dip Recipe

Name: Smoky Five-Pepper Cheese Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped; 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped; 1 jalapeno chile, seeded and minced; 1 Fresno or red jalapeno chile, seeded and minced; 2 tablespoons flour; 1/2 cup milk; 4 ounces (about 1 1/2 cups) shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 4 ounces (about 1 1/2 cups) shredded jack cheese; 2 canned chipotle chiles, chopped, plus 1 tbsp. sauce from can; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt; Tortilla chips

Servings: persons

1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
1 jalapeno chile, seeded and minced
1 Fresno or red jalapeno chile, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 cup milk
4 ounces (about 1 1/2 cups) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
4 ounces (about 1 1/2 cups) shredded jack cheese
2 canned chipotle chiles, chopped, plus 1 tbsp. sauce from can
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Tortilla chips

1
Heat oil in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Cook onion, bell peppers, and fresh chiles, stirring often, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add flour and stir until peppers are coated and flour is yellow, about 1 minute.
2
Add milk, stirring constantly until incorporated, then add 3/4 cup water, stirring constantly until thickened and hot (the mixture will look pasty at first).
3
Sprinkle in half the cheeses, stirring until melted and smooth. Repeat with remaining cheeses. Add chipotle chiles and their sauce and salt and mix until blended. Serve with tortilla chips.
4
Make ahead: Up to 2 days, chilled. Bake at 400u00b0, covered, stirring once, until warm and smooth, about 20 minutes.
5
Note: Nutritional analysis is per 1/4-cup serving.

310

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped, 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Smoky Five-Pepper Cheese Dip falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Smoky Five-Pepper Cheese Dip

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Variations & substitutions

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