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Smoked Queso with Steak Bites

Elevate your cheese dip game with this delicious smoked queso paired with succulent steak bites, perfect for any social gathering or indulgent night in.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Steak Preparation
  • 1 lb ribeye or sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2-3 tbsp Spice Rub from Hasty Bake
Cheese Mixture
  • 1 lb Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 6 oz sharp cheddar cheese
  • 8 oz pepper jack cheese
  • 1 10 oz can Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup diced white onion
  • 1/2 cup cooked chorizo (optional)
  • 4 oz can pickled jalapeños
  • 1 tbsp Spice Rub Hasty Bake
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your Hasty Bake Grill to 225-250 degrees F, preparing for indirect heat.
  2. Cut the steak into bite-sized pieces, toss with olive oil, and season with the Spice Rub.
Cooking the Steak
  1. Place the steak bites on the grill and smoke for 20-30 minutes until they reach 125-130 degrees F.
Making the Cheese Mixture
  1. In a cast-iron skillet or aluminum pan, combine the Velveeta, cheddar, and pepper jack cheese with the tomatoes (including juice), heavy cream, onion, chorizo (if using), jalapeños, Spice Rub, cumin, and chili powder.
Final Cooking
  1. Place the cheese mixture on the grill over indirect heat, stirring occasionally, for 45-60 minutes until smooth and melted.
  2. Stir in the smoked steak bites and let sit on the grill for another 10 minutes.
Serving
  1. Remove from the grill and let cool slightly before serving with tortilla chips, bread, or veggies. Garnish with cilantro or jalapeños if desired.

Notes

Leftover queso can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat gently on the stove or microwave, stirring frequently. Feel free to experiment with different cheese varieties and adjust spice levels as desired.