Texas Cheese Dip
Get ready to elevate your next gathering with this irresistible Texas Cheese Dip, a bold and creamy appetizer that’s perfect for any occasion. Packed with sharp cheddar cheese, tangy cream cheese, and the zesty kick of diced tomatoes with green chilies, this dip is a flavor-packed favorite. Featuring savory ground beef or sausage, sautéed onions, and aromatic garlic, it’s perfectly seasoned with chili powder, cumin, and paprika for that classic Tex-Mex flair. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this warm, melty dip pairs beautifully with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh veggies. Ideal for game days, parties, or a comforting snack, this creamy and hearty dip is sure to be the centerpiece of your spread. Don’t forget the fresh cilantro garnish for a vibrant finishing touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel)
- 1 pound ground beef or sausage
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or sausage until browned and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes. Break it into small crumbles as it cooks. Drain excess fat and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the softened cream cheese until it melts and becomes creamy.
Add in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, milk, and stir until the cheese is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
Stir in the can of diced tomatoes with green chilies, including the liquid, followed by the cooked ground beef or sausage. Mix until well combined.
Add the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to evenly incorporate all the spices.
Simmer the dip on low heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, to let the flavors meld together.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl or keep it warm in a slow cooker on the 'low' setting.
Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2985 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 244.7 g | 314% | |
| Saturated Fat | 133.3 g | 667% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 862 mg | 287% | |
| Sodium | 4618 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.1 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.5 g | ||
| Protein | 154.6 g | 309% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 2104 mg | 162% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 2241 mg | 48% | |
*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.
