@country.mouse12: A creamy, smoky queso loaded with crispy bacon, spicy jalapeños, and a drizzle of sweet hot honey that keeps everyone coming back for more! 😍 Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Total time: 35 minutes Yield: 8 servings Ingredients: * 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled * 2 jalapeños, diced * 1 tablespoon butter * 1 small onion, finely diced * 2 cloves garlic, minced * 8 oz cream cheese, softened * 1 cup heavy cream * 16 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed * 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese * 1 teaspoon smoked paprika * 1/2 teaspoon chili powder * 1/2 teaspoon black pepper * 1/2 teaspoon salt For the Hot Honey: * 1/3 cup honey * 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes * 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce Instructions: 1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble. 2. Drain all but 1 tablespoon of bacon grease from the skillet. 3. Add butter, onion, and jalapeños and cook until softened. 4. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds. 5. Add cream cheese and heavy cream, stirring until smooth. 6. Add Velveeta cheese and cheddar cheese. 7. Stir continuously until melted and creamy. 8. Mix in smoked paprika, chili powder, black pepper, and salt. 9. Fold in most of the bacon, reserving some for garnish. 10. In a small saucepan, combine honey, red pepper flakes, and hot sauce. 11. Warm for 2–3 minutes, then remove from heat. 12. Transfer the queso to a serving bowl or jar. 13. Top with remaining bacon, sliced jalapeños, and drizzle generously with hot honey. 14. Serve warm with tortilla chips, pretzels, crackers, or toasted bread. Pro Tip: For an extra smoky kick, add a spoonful of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce to the queso before serving. The sweet heat combination is absolutely irresistible! 😋

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