Jacked-Up Vegan Queso - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 ounces shredded vegan Cheddar cheese
3/4 cup water, divided
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles (such as RO*TEL(R))
1/2 cup canned Mexican-style black beans
1 tablespoon pickled jalapeno slices (optional)

Preparation

Place vegan cheese in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at 900W for 1 minute. Remove from the microwave. Pour in 1/2 cup water, stirring constantly. Microwave at 900W for 1 minute more. Stir to create a smooth texture. Continue to add water and microwave until desired consistency is reached.
Fold diced tomatoes and black beans into the queso. Top with pickled jalapenos. Serve warm.