Melted Cheese with Chorizo (Queso Fundido con Chorizo)

A divine blend of chewy and gooey. This is a lovely side dish and dip.

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Servings people

Heat an 8- or 9-inch (20-23 cm) pie pan or gratin dish in a 375F (190C) oven while you prepare the chorizo.
Saute the chorizo in a skillet over moderate heat, breaking it up into small pieces, until cooked through.
4 oz Mexican chorizo
Drain off and discard the excess fat and set aside.
Spread the cheese cubes in the hot pie plate and bake for 10 minutes.
1/2 lb Mexican queso asadero
Sprinkle with the chorizo and heat for 4 to 5 more minutes.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips or flour tortillas
Tortilla chips

A superb side-dish and/or starter that is always a hot.