Felix'S Chile Con Queso - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 cup canola oil or 1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 large onion (chopped fine)
1/2 cup canned tomato
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar (works better with sugar) (optional)
2 -3 tablespoons paprika
1/4 cup flour (not self-rising)
1/4 cup water
1/2 lb American cheese (grated)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste

Preparation

Combine oil, onion, tomatoes, cayenne, sugar, paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper to a large saucepot.
Simmer for 25 to 30 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Combine flour and water in a bowl and stir until mixture is smooth.
Add to saucepot slowly, stirring constantly until smooth and thick.
Add the cheese while continuing to stir.
Cook until cheese has fully melted and the mixture is blended.
Serve warm.
Expect an oil-like red film to form above the cheese-- this is normal.
Freezes well.