This dip makes a tasty addition to any Mexican or Southwest-themed meal, and is quite delicious on it’s own as a snack. Or, if you’re feeling froggy, you can convert this to a Skillet Queso Chicken Dinner!

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp garlic salt
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup Mexican-blend cheese (You can use pepper jack, colby jack, cheddar, or whatever other cheese you prefer).
• Juice of 1 lime

Process

1. Preheat a cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
2. Season the ground beef with the spices.
3. Place the ground beef in the skillet and cook until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. Return the skillet to the heat. Add the beef broth and whisk well, absorbing the pan drippings and such. Turn the heat to low.
5. Add the heavy cream and continue whisking. The sauce should be bubbling and thickening.
6. Add the cheese and continue whisking. The sauce should be smooth and creamy and on the thicker side.
7. Add the ground beef back to the sauce and mix well.
8. Add the lime juice.
9. Remove from the heat and serve! This sauce is great for tortilla chips.