Description
Sizzling Texas Trash Dip brings bold southwestern flavors to your game day spread, packed with creamy cheeses, zesty seasonings, and hearty beans. Crowd-pleasing comfort meets spicy excitement you’ll devour down to the last delicious scoop.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein and Beans:
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese (or a combination of Cheddar and Monterey Jack)
- 1 (16 oz) can refried beans
- 1/2 lb ground beef or sausage, cooked and crumbled (optional)
- 1/2 cup black beans (optional)
Dairy and Creamy Components:
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
Seasonings and Extras:
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup diced jalapenos (optional for heat)
- 1/2 cup corn kernels (optional)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a toasty 350°F (175°C), creating the perfect environment for melding flavors.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, harmonize refried beans, velvety cream cheese, and tangy sour cream until achieving a luxurious, uniform consistency.
- Infuse the base with zesty taco seasoning, then gently fold in half of the shredded cheese, ensuring an even distribution of robust flavors.
- If desired, introduce additional protein or vegetable companions like ground beef, sausage, black beans, or sweet corn, thoroughly incorporating them into the creamy foundation.
- Transfer the luscious mixture to a baking dish, smoothing the surface with a gentle touch, then crown the creation with the remaining cheese, creating a tempting golden blanket.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven, allowing the ingredients to meld and transform for 25-30 minutes, watching for the cheese to transform into a molten, bubbling masterpiece.
- Once emerged from the oven, permit the dip a brief moment to settle and cool slightly, preserving its tantalizing temperature and texture.
- Serve alongside crisp tortilla chips, fresh vegetable sticks, or artisan crackers, inviting guests to dive into this irresistible Texan-inspired indulgence.
Notes
- Customize the protein by swapping ground beef with plant-based crumbles for a vegetarian version that doesn’t compromise on flavor.
- Control the heat by adjusting taco seasoning or adding diced jalapeños for those who love a spicy kick.
- Choose full-fat or low-fat dairy options depending on your dietary preferences without losing the creamy texture.
- Prep ahead by assembling the dip a day before baking, which allows flavors to meld and makes party planning easier.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg