Mexican Dip It's Really a Meal
Transform your snack time into a hearty feast with "Mexican Dip It's Really a Meal," a crowd-pleasing dish that blurs the line between appetizer and entrée. This multi-layered masterpiece features seasoned ground beef, creamy refried beans, and a rich blend of sour cream, cream cheese, and zesty salsa, all crowned with a golden, bubbly layer of gooey cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. Fresh toppings like sliced black olives, green onions, and cilantro add vibrant color and bold flavor, making every bite irresistible. Perfectly baked to perfection and served warm with crunchy tortilla chips, this Mexican dip is a versatile, one-dish wonder that can double as a savory filling for tortillas or the star of your next party spread. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is your ultimate solution for effortless, flavorful entertaining.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 packet Taco seasoning
- 15 ounces Refried beans
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Salsa
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 0.5 cup Black olives, sliced
- 0.5 cup Green onions, chopped
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 bag Tortilla chips
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat and stir in the taco seasoning according to the packet instructions. Set aside.
Step 3
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and salsa. Mix until smooth and well blended.
Step 4
In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread the refried beans evenly across the bottom as the first layer.
Step 5
Layer the cooked taco-seasoned beef over the refried beans.
Step 6
Spread the sour cream, cream cheese, and salsa mixture over the ground beef as the next layer.
Step 7
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.
Step 8
Bake the dish in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 9
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly.
Step 10
Top the baked dip with sliced black olives, chopped green onions, and fresh cilantro for a burst of flavor and color.
Step 11
Serve warm with tortilla chips. This dish also pairs well with a fresh salad or as a filling for tortillas if you want to make it more of a traditional meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2418.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5393.6 |
| Total Fat 406.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 194.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 35.3g | |
| Cholesterol 1029.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 12255.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 258.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 39.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 38.5g | |
| Protein 222.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 0% |
| Calcium 3540.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 23.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4041.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories