Tennessee Bob Hot Sauce - Queso Dip

Tennessee Bob’s Queso Dip

Spicy, cheesy, and impossible to stop eating — this queso dip is the life of any party. Three melty cheeses, fresh jalapeño, roasted red bell pepper, and a generous pour of Tennessee Bob’s Happy Habanero Hot Sauce come together in one skillet in under 15 minutes. Garnished with fresh cilantro and pomegranate seeds for a bold, festive finish.

• ⏱️ Prep Time: 5 minutes
• 🍳 Cook Time: 10 minutes
• 🍽️ Servings: 6–8

Ingredients

The Base

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium jalapeño, finely chopped
• ½ cup red bell pepper, chopped

The Cheese Blend

• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• ½ cup cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup whole milk (add more to adjust consistency)

The Heat & Seasoning

• 3 tbsp Tennessee Bob’s Happy Habanero Hot Sauce (adjust to taste)
• ¼ tsp smoked paprika
• ¼ tsp ground cumin
• ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
• Salt and pepper to taste

Garnish & Serving

• Fresh cilantro, chopped
• Pomegranate seeds
• Tortilla chips or fresh veggies for dipping

Instructions

Step 1: Sauté the Veggies

Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan or skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, jalapeño, and red bell pepper. Cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant.

Step 2: Melt the Cheeses

Reduce heat to medium-low. Add the cream cheese first and stir until melted and smooth. Then add the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack, stirring continuously until fully melted and combined.

Step 3: Add Milk & Season

Pour in the milk and stir to reach your desired dipping consistency. Stir in the Happy Habanero Hot Sauce, smoked paprika, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.

Step 4: Simmer

Let the queso simmer on low for 2–3 minutes, stirring, until everything is silky smooth and well combined. Taste and adjust heat with more Happy Habanero as needed.

Step 5: Garnish & Serve

Transfer to a serving bowl or keep warm in the skillet. Top with fresh cilantro and pomegranate seeds. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or veggies. 🌶️

Tennessee Bob’s Tip

“The cinnamon is the secret weapon — don’t skip it. It rounds out the heat and gives this queso a depth that’ll have everyone asking for the recipe.”