Queso Blanco Dip

Ingredients

 * 1) 1 cup cheese (Monterey jack, Asadero or Chihuahua), finely shredded
 * 2) 4 ounces green chiles
 * 3) 1/4 cup half-and-half
 * 4) 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
 * 5) 2 teaspoons ground cumin
 * 6) 1/2 teaspoon salt
 * 7) 1 serrano or jalapeno pepper, finely chopped (optional)
 * 8) 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Directions
Put all ingredients in a double boiler and cook over medium or medium-low heat until melted and well blended, stirring occasionally.

Serve with fresh tostadas or hot flour tortillas.