Smoky Brunk Queso Dip

Category: Appetizers  |  Method: Stovetop or Grill-Side Skillet  |  Prep: 5 min  |  Cook: 15 min  |  Total: 20 min  |  Serves: 6-8

Every backyard cookout needs a dip that disappears before the mains even hit the grill. This queso gets its backbone from Brunk Black Blend — the same smoky, peppery rub that makes our tri-tip and pinwheels sing — stirred into melty cheese for a snack that tastes like it's been smoking all day.

Ingredients

• 16 oz block processed cheese (or 8 oz cheddar + 8 oz Monterey Jack), cubed
• 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 jalapeño, diced (optional, for heat)
• Tortilla chips, for serving

Brunk Seasoning Used

• 1-2 Tbsp Brunk Black Blend BBQ Rub — $12.99

Instructions

1. Melt the cheese. In a cast iron skillet over medium-low heat (stovetop or set right on a cool corner of the grill), melt the cheese with the milk, stirring often.
2. Stir in the mix-ins. Once smooth, stir in the diced tomatoes with green chilies and jalapeño.
3. Season. Sprinkle in Brunk Black Blend and stir to combine.
4. Simmer. Let simmer 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and glossy.
5. Serve. Pull straight from the skillet with a stack of tortilla chips while the rest of the spread finishes on the grill.