Ingredients

1 1/4

pounds bulk chorizo sausage

1/3

cup finely chopped onion

3

cloves garlic, finely chopped

1

package (16 ounces) mild Mexican pasteurized prepared cheese product with jalapeño peppers, cut into cubes

1

can (14.5 ounces) crushed fire-roasted tomatoes, undrained

1/4

cup chopped fresh cilantro

9

ounces tortilla chips

Preparation

Cook sausage, onion and garlic in 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until sausage is no longer pink; drain well.

Place chorizo mixture, cheese and tomatoes in 2 1/2- to 3 1/2-quart slow cooker.

Cover and cook on Low heat setting 3 to 4 hours, stirring halfway through cooking, until cheese is melted and mixture is hot.

Stir in cilantro. Serve with tortilla chips for dipping. Dip will hold on Low heat setting up to 1 1/2 hours; stir occasionally.