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Pepper Jack Spinach Dip

A warm, cheesy pepper jack and spinach dip made with Velveeta and seasoned peppers — perfect for serving with chips or bread.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Servings: 16 servings

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 4 Tbspbutter
  • 4 Tbspflour
  • 3 c.milk
  • 2 c.Velveeta white quesoshredded
  • 2 c.Velveeta pepper jackshredded
  • 1/2 c.red peppersdiced
  • 2 Tbspjalapenosdiced
  • 4 ozfrozen spinachthawed & drained

Instructions

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 4Tbsp butter.
  • Sprinkle in 4Tbsp flour and whisk constantly for 1–2 minutes to cook the roux; do not let it brown.
  • Slowly pour in 3c. milk in a steady stream while whisking to prevent lumps. Continue whisking and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer until it thickens, about 3–5 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to low. Add 2c. Velveeta white queso shredded and 2c. Velveeta pepper jack shredded in batches, stirring after each addition until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
  • Stir in 1/2c. red peppers diced, 2Tbsp jalapenos diced, and 4oz frozen spinach thawed & drained (squeeze out excess liquid before adding). Stir just until the vegetables and spinach are evenly heated through; do not boil.
  • The recipe calls for 2Tbsp jalapenos, which will make the dip fairly spicy—if you prefer milder heat, add less than the listed 2Tbsp.
  • Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and serve warm with chips or bread. Keep warm over low heat or in a small slow cooker if desired.

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Serving Bowl
  • small slow cooker (optional)