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Simple Ground Beef Cottage Cheese Queso


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  • Author: noah-reed
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A creamy and cheesy delight combining ground beef, cottage cheese, and shredded cheese, perfect for gatherings or quick weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Tortilla chips for serving

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned, draining any excess fat.
  2. Stir in diced tomatoes, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to infuse flavors.
  3. Add the cottage cheese and shredded cheese, stirring until well combined and melted.
  4. Cook until heated through and cheese is melted.
  5. Serve warm with tortilla chips for dipping.

Notes

For added spice, include jalapeños or hot sauce. Experiment with different cheese varieties for unique flavors.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 375
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg