Description
Looking for the ultimate easy recipe for your next gathering? This Meaty Texas Trash Dip checks all the boxes for a quick appetizer, hearty snack, or even an easy dinner idea. Loaded with seasoned ground beef, creamy refried beans, melty cheese, and zesty Rotel, it’s baked until bubbly and topped with fresh garnishes like sour cream and pico de gallo. Whether you’re hosting game day, movie night, or just craving comfort food, this cheesy beef dip brings bold Tex-Mex flavor in every bite. Serve with crunchy tortilla chips and watch it disappear. It’s everything you love in a dip—rich, creamy, savory, and utterly irresistible.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 (16 oz) can refried beans
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies), drained
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- Optional toppings:
- Diced tomatoes or pico de gallo
- Sour cream
- Sliced green onions
- Jalapeños
- Chopped cilantro
- Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in taco seasoning and ¼ cup water; simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and refried beans. Stir until smooth.
- Add Rotel tomatoes and seasoned beef to the bean mixture. Mix well.
- Spread mixture evenly into a 9×13 baking dish.
- Top with shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden around edges.
- Add desired toppings and serve hot with tortilla chips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes