queso

[ key-soh ]

noun

, Informal.

1. chile con queso ( def ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of queso¹

First recorded in 1985–90; from Spanish: literally “cheese,” from Latin cāseus; cheese ¹( def )

Example Sentences

The bowl “features crisp hash browns with a blend of tender shredded brisket, scrambled eggs, smoked cheddar cheese, poblano peppers, caramelized onions, and seasonings, all topped with a drizzle of cheddar queso.”

From Salon

Otherwise, go for the enchiladas, margaritas and queso dip at Miguel’s Cocina nearby.

From Los Angeles Times

Perched above the banks of the Spokane River near Gonzaga University, No-Li has a massive patio, a dozen beers, slushies and seltzers on tap and incredible pub nachos, piled high with pulled pork and green chile queso.

From Seattle Times

Doesn’t matter if it’s caramel, some sort of roux or queso, I’m always hunched over a hot pot stirring my wrist off, testing and adding until it tastes perfect.

From Seattle Times

One of her favorite dishes was his queso fundido: melted Chihuahua cheese in a cast-iron skillet that he left on his grill until the queso’s edges became crisp and the center was bubbly.

From Seattle Times