*Queso can be added fresh or defrosted, or added as frozen “pucks” from silicone muffin molds. The cook time will not change.
If using store-bought dairy-free queso, brown 1/2 pound ground meat of choice, and mix with 2 teaspoons tomato paste + 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning. Stir it into the store-bought queso before adding to the pot.