Spicy Salsa and Queso Recipe

Recipe by GardenuityCourse: DipsCuisine: MexicanDifficulty: Easy

These crowd-favorite dips are perfect for a party or a great flavorful family snack.

Fresh Salsa Ingredients:
23 oz of Roasted Tomatoes
5 oz of Freshly Harvested Tomatoes
1 Can of Chipotles In Adobo Sauce
1/2 Cup of Chopped Red Onion
3 Cloves of Garlic
1/4 Cup of Red Wine Vinegar
1 Tsp of Smoked Paprika
1/4 Cup of Fresh Jalapenos
1/4 Cup of Fresh Cilantro
1 Tbsp of Salt
Roasted Jalapeno Queso Ingredients:
2 1/2 Cups of Freshly Grated Cheddar Cheese
1 Tbsp of Cornstarch
1/2 Tbsp of Butter
1 Clove of Garlic
1/4 of White Onion (Diced)
1 Can of Evaporated Milk
1 Freshly Harvested Tomato (Diced)
1/4 tsp of Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, & Cumin
2 Fire Roasted Jalapenos – The Easiest Way To Do This Is To Place Them On A Gas Burner, Let Them Char, and Then Place In A Zip Top Bag So The Skin Will Slough Off
1/4 Cup of Fresh Cilantro
2 Tbsp of Milk
Salt (To Taste)

Fresh Salsa Directions:
Throw all these ingredients in a blender (or food processor) and pulse till your desired level of chunkiness is achieved.
Roasted Jalapeno Queso Ingredients:
This recipe is easiest in a slow cooker but can be achieved on a grill or stovetop! Start by adding the milk, butter, garlic, onion, evaporated milk, and cheese into a skillet.
Once everything is all melted, add your other spices to taste, your tomatoes, and fire-roasted jalapenos.
If you want to really jazz it up, try adding some ground beef in as well.