Chili Con Queso

Step 1: Roast the chilies and the jalapeños under the broiler until blackened, about 5 minutes per side.

Step 2: Place them in a paper sack or plastic food-storage bag, close it tightly and let them steam for 20 minutes.

Step 3: After the chilies have steamed,

Step 4: Remove them from the bag and rub off the skin.

Step 5: Remove the stems and seeds from all the chiles and slice into thin, long strips.

Step 6:

Step 7: In a large skillet,

Step 8: Heat the butter on medium-low heat.

Step 9: Add the onions and cook for 5 minutes,

Step 10: Stirring occasionally.

Step 11: Add the garlic and cook for 30 more seconds.

Step 12: Pour the half-and-half in the skillet and then add the chile strips.

Step 13: Turn the heat down to low and, a little at a time,

Step 14: Add the grated cheese,

Step 15: Stirring until it's melted.

Step 16: Add salt to taste.

Step 17: Serve immediately with warm corn or flour tortillas.