Have you ever heard of Rotel?

[Mrs. Chipotle]

I used to think this was universal, but awhile back on another forum, I was surprised to discover that there are a lot of people who have never used or heard of it.

What about you?

[Mama Mangia]

They are common where I live!

[Upennmama]

Nope, never. I am in a large NE city, if that matters.

[peacherina]

I have never heard of Rotel. What is that? I would like to know. thanks

[Mrs. Chipotle]

Rotel is canned tomatoes with chiles. There are several varieties; original, extra hot, Italian (?), etc.

It's probably best known for being mixed with melted Velveeta to make the dip that you always seem to have at Superbowl parties, but it is also useful in casseroles and anyplace else that you need tomatoes with a little kick.

You'd find it next to the canned tomatoes at the store. Here is a pic:

[aeiou]

I sweet white corn and mix in a small can of Original Rotel. It makes a great side dish for any meal.

Mrs. Chipotle thanks for the idea of using it with Velveeta to make a great and easy cheese dip.

[Mrs. Chipotle]

Ah, that's an old idea - wish I could take credit for it.

A friend of mine puts hot sausage in hers (regular breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled) and that is quite tasty. Really you could add most anything - cooked ground beef, taco seasoning, beans, cooked rice....

[Twinmama]

My sister has had me ship her cans of Rotel in NY, specifically for the dip-making yumminess.

[Traciray]

Yes, yes, yes.
It's a staple in my pantry, especially with football season right around the corner. I'll be making lots of Rotel/chesse dip and taco soup.

[Mrs. Chipotle]

Oh yes, I'd almost forgotten about taco soup! (of course, when it's 100+ degrees outside, who wants to eat soup?).

That's a staple in our house in the fall. So quick and simple.