This Smoked Queso Recipe has always been a favorite since I saw it all over social media, tasty Velveeta cheese, ground meat, jalapeños and more. Lots of flavors, all you need now is something to dip into it.

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I especially like to make this cheesy dip during game day get togethers, Superbowl parties etc. As well as if we're going somewhere - it's great to bring to a pot luck.

What makes this recipe so yummy

• Simple ingredients, inexpensive too.
• Throw all the ingredients into a pan and let it cook in the smoker, easy peasy and some delicious smoky flavor.
• We are avid hunters, so it's a great way to use some of the ground venison we may have and turns into a delicious dip.
• Using a disposable foil pan makes clean up real easy.
• It's the ultimate party dip. Perfect for game days or your next party.

Groceries you'll need: Ingredients

• Velveeta Cheese
• Shredded Mexican Cheese
• Ground Beef, cooked
• Garlic
• White Onions
• Tomatoes and Chilies (Rotel Tomatoes)
• Jalapeños
• 1 Cup Evaporated Milk (optional)

See recipe card at the bottom of this post for quantities.

Recipe walkthrough: Instructions

This is an overview of the recipe steps. For more detailed instructions visit the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

• Step 1: Brown the ground meat then add all ingredients to a large foil baking pan.
• Step 2: Heat the smoker to 350°F, adding favorite wood chips/pellets.
• Step 3: Add the foil pan directly to the grill grates, uncovered, and close the lid.
• Step 4: Smoke for 30-40 minutes, until all the cheese has melted. Serve immediately with favorite corn tortilla chips etc.

Recipe variations and substitute ideas

• Cheese - instead of a Mexican blend, you could use a Pepper Jack cheese, cheddar cheese, gouda cheese or Monterey Jack Cheese.
• Ground Venison - instead of ground beef use ground venison, or ground turkey.
• Breakfast Sausage - instead of ground venison use crumbled breakfast sausage, or a spicy pork sausage.
• Wood Chips - we used Hickory pellets, but you could use your favorite to add your smoke flavor.
• Green Chilies - add a can of green chilies for tons of flavor.
• Cream of Mushroom Soup - I've heard people add this to theirs too - so just adding this as a possible variation.
• Chili Powder - Add some chili powder for more Mexican Flavor.
• Taco Meat - if you have some leftover taco meat it works perfectly in this dip.
• Cream Cheese - use cream cheese instead of Velveeta for part of this smoked queso recipe

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More grilling recipes I think you'll love

• Smoked Chicken Thighs - simple and oh so good, smoked chicken thighs are a good value for money right now.
• Smoked Venison Backstrap - deliciously tender Venison backstrap cooked low and slow for the best results.
• Grilled Venison Burger - I can promise you this is the best grilled burger you ever tasted, hands down.
• Smoked Mushrooms - always the best appetizer or side, garlicky and delicious these smoked mushrooms are a definite crowd pleaser.
• Smoked Asparagus - another delicious smoked side dish.
• Smoked Jalapeno Poppers - slightly spicy and full of cheesy garlicky goodness that is wrapped in bacon.
• Smoked Meatloaf - tender, juicy and full of flavors of smoke and hickory.

How to store leftovers

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Once the dip has cooled it will become almost solid, reheat in the microwave in short bursts, or in a pot on the stove.

Mel's kitchen notes

Try reheating in a slow cooker, add refrigerated smoked queso recipe to the slow cooker and turn on high for a short while. Once the dip has warmed through turn the slow cooker to warm just to hold the temperature for a while.

You could even cook this queso dip in a slow cooker, just add a teaspoon of liquid smoke to get that smoked flavor.

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