If you have to choose one nostalgic food that reminds you of a family gathering at Grandma’s house, it will be a L’otel cheese dip. Made with Velveeta Cheese, Rotel Tomatoes and Spices. This dip can be easily made for your next party.
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What is Rotel Cheese Dip?
We’ve seen people call this something different, like “cowboy dip” and “ugly dip”, but in our family we call it L’Otel. It is made of Velveetacan Rotel Tomatoesand some spices and herbs.
But really, you can make this with just two ingredients in about 5 minutes. It’s that easy!
My grandmother usually makes this with a Clock pot (or slow cooker) Add all the ingredients and cook low until melted. This is a great option if you want this dip to sit down, but it’s still warm during long parties or gatherings.
Another option is to soak the l’otel cheese at the fork. Add all ingredients to a frying pan, melt over low heat and stir occasionally.
How do you do Rotel Cheese Dip without Velveeta?
We are the first to admit that we are always making this with Velveeta (processed cheese). That’s not an ingredient I use frequently. In fact, this is probably one of the only recipes I use. But there’s something a little nostalgic for me.
That being said, you can replace processed cheese with cream cheese and a bit of shredded cheddar. The consistency is a little different, but it’s still tasty.
My family usually do this dip without meat. But if you want to add pre-cooked ground beef, sausage or vegetarian meat to this dip, it’s a great addition!
And I’m curious, how many of you do this dip at family gatherings? I consider it to be the Midwest, but honestly, I don’t even know if it’s true or not.
So, if your family is making a version of this, let me know in the comments. xo. Emma
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Rotel Cheese Dip
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- 16 Ounce Velveeta cheese
- 1 can Rotel Tomatoes 10 oz
- ¼ Small spoons Chili powder
- ¼ Small spoons Cayenne
- 2-3 A large spoon water
- 1-2 A large spoon coriander Carved
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
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In a medium sized pot or pan, add cubic cheese, llotel (not drained), chili powder, cayenne, and a bit of salt and pepper.
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Mix it occasionally over low heat.
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Once it’s melted, thin it out a little 2-3 tablespoons of water.
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Stir in the coriander. Add salt and pepper if necessary.
Note
You can add 8-10 ounces of ground beef, sausage or vegetarian ground meat. Cook the meat beforehand and stir when the other ingredients have melted.
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