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Campfire Queso

Campfire Queso

Cost $15, save $10

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 20 Min
  • 6 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Protein

    • 8 ounces ground beef
    • 8 ounces Italian sausage

  • Vegetables

    • 1/2 cup red onion
    • 1/2 cup red bell pepper
    • 1 10-ounce can diced tomatoes and green chiles
    • 3/4 cup salt-added canned black beans, rinsed and drained
    • 1/2 cup frozen corn
    • 3/4 cup diced avocado
    • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro

  • Dairy

    • 8 ounces pasteurized cheese product (like Velveeta), cubed
    • 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened and cubed
    • 8 ounces Pepper Jack cheese

  • Condiments

    • 1/4 cup sour cream

STEPS

1

Heat a 10-inch cast-iron skillet on a grill grate over a fire or preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat.

2

Add ground beef, sausage, onion, bell pepper, and jalapeño to the skillet. Cook while stirring to break up lumps until meat is browned, about 8 minutes. Pour off grease.

3

Stir in tomatoes with green chiles, cheese product, cream cheese, Pepper Jack cheese, beans, and corn. Cover skillet with foil and cook for 8 minutes.

4

Uncover skillet and continue cooking while stirring occasionally until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2 minutes.

5

Top with diced avocado, sour cream, and fresh cilantro. Serve with tortilla chips.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

737

Calories

  • 39
    Protein
  • 24
    Carbs
  • 56
    Fats

💡 Ensure the skillet is preheated evenly before adding ingredients to prevent sticking.For a spicier version, add minced jalapeño or extra chili powder in the meat mixture.Serve the queso immediately for the best texture; it may thicken as it cools.