Chili-Cheese Dip
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large onion chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 14-oz can tomatoes, drained and chopped
- 1 4-oz can diced green chilies
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup cream
- 12 - 14 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 1/2 pounds cheddar cheese, grated (or your favorite mix)
- Tabasco
- Salt & pepper
In a medium sized skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter and saute onion and garlic until onion is transparent. Add tomatoes and chilies and simmer for 5 minutes.
In a small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter, add flour and stir until smooth. Gradually add cream and stir constantly over medium heat until smooth and thickened.
Pour the white sauce into the onion-tomato mixture. Add bacon, cheese, and seasonings to taste. Stir until bubbly and cheese is melted.
Serve hot in a chafing dish, fondue pot, etc. with your favorite tortilla chips.
It can serve 15 - 20...but...