Queso Dip In A Bread Bowl Food

FOOTBALL BREAD BOWL QUESO DIP

Steps:

• Cut bacon lengthwise in half; cook as directed on package. Meanwhile, cut football-shaped piece from top of bread loaf; remove center, leaving 1-inch-thick shell. Cut removed bread (including bread top) into bite-size pieces.
• Combine all remaining ingredients except shredded cheese in large microwaveable bowl. Microwave on HIGH 3 min. or until VELVEETA is completely melted and mixture is well blended, stirring after each minute. Stir in shredded cheese. Microwave 2 min.; stir until shredded cheese is completely melted and mixture is well blended.
• Pour dip into bread bowl. Top with 1 bacon strip. Cut remaining bacon strips into short pieces; use to garnish dip to resemble football laces as shown in photo. Serve with bread pieces.

QUESO DIP IN A BREAD BOWL

Steps:

• Heat oven to 350ºF.
• Cut slice from top of bread loaf; remove center of loaf, leaving 1-inch-thick shell. Cut removed bread into bite-size pieces; set aside for later use. Place bread shell on baking sheet. Bake 8 to 10 min. or until lightly toasted. Cool slightly.
• Mix VELVEETA and tomatoes in large microwaveable bowl. Microwave on HIGH 5 min. or until VELVEETA is completely melted and mixture is well blended, stirring after 3 min. Pour into bread shell.
• Serve with reserved bread pieces.

BREAD-BOWL MOZZARELLA DIP

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Combine the mozzarella, feta and butter in a large bowl. Slice off the top 2 inches of the bread boule and hollow it out, reserving the top and insides for dipping. Fill the bread bowl with the cheese mixture. Transfer to a baking dish, cover loosely with foil and bake 20 minutes.
• Uncover and crack the egg on top of the cheese mixture. Continue baking, uncovered, until the egg white is almost set, 12 to 15 minutes, then broil until just set, 1 to 2 more minutes.
• Remove from the oven and sprinkle with the red pepper flakes. Just before serving, break the egg yolk with a fork and beat into the melted cheese.
• Serve with the bread trimmings or crudites.

DOUBLE-CHILE QUESO DIP

Steps:

• Combine 1 tablespoon diced shallot, the tomatoes and half of the cilantro in a small bowl; set aside.
• Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the remaining diced shallot, the serranos, jalapeno and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring, until the shallots are tender, about 3 minutes.
• Sprinkle the flour into the pan and cook, stirring, until completely absorbed, about 1 minute. Whisk in the milk and bring to a simmer; cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 4 minutes. Stir in the pepper jack and American cheese until melted, then remove from the heat; stir in the remaining cilantro. Transfer to a bowl and top with the tomato mixture. Serve with chips.

CHEF JOHN'S QUESO DIP

Steps:

• Grate Cheddar cheese into a bowl. Sprinkle in cornstarch and toss to coat.
• Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and light parts of the scallions. Sprinkle in salt, chipotle, and cumin. Cook and stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add green chiles and 1/2 cup tomatoes; cook and stir for 2 minutes more. Pour in evaporated milk and bring to a boil. Add the Cheddar cheese and stir just until melted; immediately remove from heat.
• Stir in cilantro. Season to taste, adding cayenne if desired. Garnish with reserved green onion parts and 1 tablespoon diced tomato.