queso

Definition

Ellipsis of chile con queso: melted cheese, used for instance as a dipping sauce.

Etymology

Borrowed from Spanish queso, as found in Tex-Mex cuisine. Doublet of cheese.

Example Sentences

• "The day before, prepare the tortillas for the chalupitas and the quesos."
• "The ceviche is very good with just the right amount of spice; and quesos with chorizos and flour tortillas are a must."
• "It's something I call an "enchalupa." It's a flour tortilla deep-fried with the chalupa 'mold' so it forms a cruncy-fried bowl. Layer a touch of our queso dip, chicken, tomatoes, onion and enchilada sauce. Top with shredded cheese and pop it under the salamander til everything is melty and delicious. I like it with sour cream and cilantro on top. Serve this with beans and rice, and BAM! Instant lunch for the Chef."