Simple Ground Beef Cottage Cheese Queso
A comforting and cheesy dish that combines seasoned ground beef, creamy cottage cheese, and shredded cheese, perfect for quick dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef Serves as the hearty base.
- 1 cup cottage cheese Adds creaminess to the dish.
- 2 cups shredded cheese Use cheddar or Monterey Jack.
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies Provides color and zest.
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder For flavor.
- 1 teaspoon onion powder Adds depth of flavor.
- to taste salt Adjust based on preference.
- to taste pepper Adjust based on preference.
Serving Suggestion
- as needed crispy tortilla chips For dipping.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large skillet, crumble and cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add the diced tomatoes with green chilies, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Lower heat and mix in the cottage cheese, stirring until creamy and heated through.
- Gradually sprinkle in the shredded cheese, stirring continuously until melted and combined.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips.
Notes
You can add lime juice, sautéed onions, bell peppers, jalapeños, or hot sauce for variations. Store in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stove, adding a splash of milk if needed.