Keto Queso Cheese Dip

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp butter
• 1/3–1/2 cup diced Vidalia onion
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 1/3 cup fire-roasted diced tomatoes
• 1 (4 oz) can fire-roasted diced green chiles
• 1 tsp xanthan gum
• 1/4 tsp ground cumin
• 1/4 tsp dark chili powder
• 1/8 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 8 oz freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

1. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the garlic and fry about 30 seconds, then add the tomatoes and green chiles and stir until combined.
3. Sprinkle the xanthan gum over everything and stir until there are no lumps.
4. Add the cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt and pepper.
5. Whisk in the heavy cream until combined, slightly thickened, and changed in color.
6. Turn the heat to low and stir in the cheese until completely melted. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Enjoy!