Rick Bayless's Queso Fundido

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 medium tomatoes, cored, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch dice
• 2 fresh jalapenos, seeded and minced (I only used one)
• 1 small onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice
• kosher salt
• 3 tablespoons tequila
• 1/2 lb monterey jack cheese, shredded
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Directions

1. 1

   Heat olive oil in large skillet. Add diced tomatoes, minced jalapenos, diced onion, and a large pinch of salt. Cook over moderately high heat, stirring often, until softened, about 5 minutes. Pour in tequila and cook, stirring frequently, until skillet looks nearly dry, about 2 minutes.

2. 2

   Reduce heat to low. Add cheese and cook, stirring constantly, until fully melted, about 30 seconds.

3. 3

   Quickly transfer queso to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve immediately with tortilla chips.