CopyCat Chi-Chi’s Chili Con Queso
Ingredients
1 pound Velveeta cut into small squares
1 pint Half and Half as needed
One 4-ounce can Chilies
One 4-ounce can of Pimientos
Tabasco or other Hot Sauce of choice, to taste
Directions
In the microwave, melt Velveeta until it becomes stirable. Do this in small bursts, stirring between, until you have the consistency you want.
Pour in 1 1/2 pint half and half. Mix thoroughly. Add more as needed.
Add chilies and pimientos. Mix thoroughly.
Place back in microwave and heat until hot and creamy.
Add Tabasco, a dash or 2 at a time, stirring to combine and tasting until you get the heat you desire.
Pour hot con queso into a microwaveable serving bowl.
Cover with plastic wrap. Place in the refrigerator overnight (Do not leave this step out).
Take bowl out of fridge and allow to come up to room temperature.
Place bowl back in microwave and heat to desired temperature.
Remove, stir and serve hot.