Cheesy Nacho Dip
This cheesy nacho dip combines seasoned ground beef, beans, and melted cheese for a flavorful, crowd-pleasing snack perfect for parties and game day.
Equipment
- 1 skillet for cooking beef and layering dip
- 1 baking dish or oven-safe skillet for baking the dip
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 –3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning or equivalent homemade mix
- 14 oz can diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 14 oz can refried beans or black beans drained
- 2 –3 cups shredded cheese cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend
- Optional toppings: sliced jalapeños black olives, sour cream, green onions, cilantro
- Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Cook ground beef with chopped onion in a skillet over medium heat until browned, breaking it apart; drain any excess fat.
- Add minced garlic and taco seasoning to the beef; cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in diced tomatoes with green chiles and simmer for a few minutes until heated through.
- Spread the refried or black beans evenly in a baking dish or oven-safe skillet.
- Layer the seasoned beef mixture over the beans.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese generously on top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and add optional toppings as desired. Serve warm with tortilla chips.
Notes
- Add hot sauce or extra jalapeños for more heat.
- Use black or pinto beans as alternatives.
- Mix cheeses for better flavor and meltiness.
- Serve alongside salsa, guacamole, or pico de gallo.