At any party or gathering, the hero is always the one who brings the cheese dip. There’s something magical about dipping chips into a hot, bubbly mix of cheese and other tasty treats. The creamy, ...

A slow cooker or Crock-Pot can be one of the most valuable yet underutilized tools in your kitchen. From dips to ribs and spicy wings, game-day appetizers can easily be made in a slow cooker.

Ro-Tel dip evolved from chile con queso, which dates back to the 19th century Mexico. As the name suggests, peppers were originally the star and cheese just a supporting player.

Stir together the salsa, crema, and all but a small handful of the pepper strips in a heavy round 8 by 3 inch deep flameproof casserole or heavy 8-inch pot.

Sure, you can buy one, but this method is easier: just fill a crock pot with water, drop in a can of sweetened condensed milk, and turn it on low overnight. That's all there is to it.