Description
A creamy, flavorful Cheesy Taco Dip combining ground beef, melted Velveeta, cream cheese, shredded Fiesta Blend cheese, and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Perfect for parties or game day, this warm dip is easy to prepare on the stovetop and served with tortilla chips or veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 block (16 ounces) Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups Fiesta Blend cheese (or a mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack), shredded
- 1 can (10 ounces) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
For Serving
- Tortilla chips or sliced veggies
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned and no pink remains. Drain any excess grease to reduce fat content and improve texture.
- Melt the Cheeses: Using the same skillet, add the cubed Velveeta cheese, softened cream cheese, shredded Fiesta Blend cheese, drained Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, and taco seasoning. Stir continuously over medium heat until all the cheeses have melted and the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the dip and adjust the seasoning if necessary. For added spice, you can include additional taco seasoning or a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat.
- Transfer & Serve: Move the cheesy taco dip into a serving bowl or keep it warm by placing it in a slow cooker set to the ‘keep warm’ setting to maintain ideal serving temperature.
- Serve: Provide the dip alongside tortilla chips or sliced vegetables for dipping, perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Notes
- You can substitute Fiesta Blend cheese with equal parts cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the ground beef and add more beans or vegetables.
- Keep the dip warm in a slow cooker for extended serving during parties.
- Drain the Rotel tomatoes well to prevent the dip from becoming too watery.
- Add extra spice with cayenne pepper or jalapeños if desired.
