Joe the Plumber Dip Taco Toh

Get ready to wow your party guests with the irresistible "Joe the Plumber Dip Taco Toh," a bold and flavorful layered dip that doubles as the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Packed with seasoned ground beef, creamy layers of cream cheese and sour cream, melty cheddar and mozzarella, and vibrant accents like diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, and sweet corn, this hearty dip delivers on every level. A hint of optional jalapeños adds a customizable kick, while a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and green onions ties it all together with a burst of freshness. Perfect as a warm, bubbling appetizer served with tortilla chips, or spooned into taco shells for a creative spin, this cheesy taco dip is ready in just 40 minutes and serves eight, making it a surefire hit for game day, potlucks, or casual family nights. Keywords: taco dip recipe, cheesy party dip, layered taco dip, easy appetizer recipe, Joe the Plumber Dip.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
• 1 cup black beans (rinsed and drained)
• 1 cup corn (drained)
• 1 small jalapeños (optional, diced)
• 2 stalks green onions (chopped for garnish)
• 0.25 cup cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
• 1 bag tortilla chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Add the taco seasoning to the cooked beef and mix well. Set aside.

Step 4

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.

Step 5

In a 9x9-inch (or similar-sized) oven-safe baking dish, layer the ingredients as follows: spread the cream cheese and sour cream mixture evenly on the bottom.

Step 6

Top the cream cheese layer with the cooked and seasoned ground beef.

Step 7

Add a layer of black beans, followed by a layer of corn, and then the diced tomatoes with green chilies (drain excess liquid from the can before adding).

Step 8

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.

Step 9

If using, add the diced jalapeños for extra spice.

Step 10

Bake the dip in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro before serving.

Step 13

Serve warm with tortilla chips for dipping, or spoon the mixture into taco shells for a fun twist!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2201.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4880.6

Total Fat 354.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 168.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 36.2g
Cholesterol 927.1mg	0%
Sodium 7660.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 255.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.7g	0%
Total Sugars 46.8g
Protein 205.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2998.7mg	0%
Iron 17.0mg	0%
Potassium 3477.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.4%

Protein: 16.3%

Carbs: 20.3%