Hello my friends!
I tried to tell a Dad joke while filming this week’s recipe, but I couldn't think of one that wasn't too cheesy. (Don’t worry, my daughter didn't laugh either).
But you know what is actually cheesy? This absolute cheat-code of a meal.
We all crave the crunch. We all crave the melt. But we usually hate the carb coma that follows a basket of chips and queso at a restaurant.
So, I fixed it.
This entire batch—yes, the whole thing—packs 60 grams of protein and only 15 net carbs. You can literally eat 72 chips and a bowl of melted gold completely guilt-free.
Whether you're meal-prepping or just need a snack that won't ruin your progress, let us teach you how to make it.
Today’s the Super Bowl, which has always been one of my favorite days. Football, food, friends - the trifecta of a great day. And with that comes lots of foods that might taste great, but leave us with guilt.
This queso is the perfect option - full of flavor, packed with protein and EASY to make.
🛒 Shopping Directions
To get these exact macros, specific brands matter slightly here. Here is what to look for in the aisles:
The Tortillas: Look for Mission Zero Net Carb tortillas. These are the game changers. If you buy regular flour tortillas, the carb count will skyrocket.
The Base: We are using Cottage Cheese (don't click away, trust the process!). Good Culture or Daisy works great here. It creates that creamy texture without the heavy cream calories.
The Cheese: A bag of shredded sharp cheddar.
📝 The Ingredients
The Chips
12 Zero Carb Mission Tortillas
Avocado Oil Spray
Salt (to taste)
The High-Protein Queso
1 Cup Cottage Cheese
1/2 Cup Cheddar Cheese (plus a pinch extra for topping)
1 tsp Paprika
1 tsp Cumin
1 tsp Chili Powder
Salt, Pepper, and Garlic Powder (to taste)
👨🍳 The Recipe
1. The Prep Math Take your 12 tortillas and stack them up. Slice them into wedges (pizza style). This math is beautiful: 12 tortillas will yield roughly 72 chips.
2. Bake the Crunch Place a cooling rack on top of a baking sheet (this helps air circulate). Lay your tortilla wedges flat—don't overlap them!
Spray lightly with Avocado oil.
Hit them with salt.
Bake at 450°F for 8 minutes. Keep an eye on them so they get golden, not burnt.
3. The "Secret" Sauce While the chips are crisping up, grab your blender. Combine the cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, taco seasoning, paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, and garlic.
Blitz it: Blend until completely smooth. If you see curds, keep blending!
4. The Meltdown Pour the mixture into a microwave-safe bowl.
Crucial Step: Microwave in 30-second intervals. Stir between every interval.
Warning: Do not just blast it for 2 minutes straight or you will burn the cheese. Heat it until it's hot and gooey.
5. The Garnish Top with that extra pinch of cheddar cheese and serve immediately with your mountain of 72 chips.
📊 Macros
For the Entire Batch (Chips + Queso):
Calories: ~580
Protein: 60g
Net Carbs: 15g
📺 Watch the Full Breakdown
Want to see the Dad Joke fail in real-time? Check out the full video below:
If you make this, tag me.
Go Pats!
Happy Eating,
Dan What's Dad Eating