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1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).

   Ongeveer 5 min

2. 2

   Heat the olive oil in a small oven-safe skillet or an 8-inch cast iron pan over medium heat.

   Ongeveer 1 min

   Tip van de kok: A cast iron skillet holds heat well and can go directly from stovetop to oven.

3. 3

   Add the yellow onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-5 minutes until softened and translucent.

   Ongeveer 5 min

4. 4

   Stir in the jalapeño pepper and garlic, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

   Ongeveer 2 min

   Tip van de kok: Be careful not to burn the garlic.

5. 5

   Remove the skillet from the heat.

6. 6

   Combine the shredded oaxaca cheese and monterey jack cheese in a bowl.

   Ongeveer 1 min

   Tip van de kok: Mixing the cheeses ensures even melting.

7. 7

   Layer half of the mixed cheese over the onion and jalapeño mixture in the skillet.

   Ongeveer 1 min

8. 8

   Add the remaining cheese on top.

9. 9

   Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.

   Ongeveer 15 min

   Tip van de kok: Keep an eye on it to prevent over-browning.

10. 10

    Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and garnish with fresh cilantro.

    Ongeveer 1 min

    Tip van de kok: The skillet will be very hot!

11. 11

    Serve immediately with warm tortilla chips for dipping.