Cheesy Ground Beef Baked Taco Dip
This cheesy baked taco dip features taco meat, gooey cheese, and a cream cheese mixture that is baked to perfection. This easy taco dip recipe is perfect for Taco Tuesday, game day, parties, and holiday get-togethers.
Servings 12 -16 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/2 medium yellow onion diced
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic (store bought or 2-3 cloves)
- 16 ounces (about 2 cups) sour cream
- 16 ounces (1 can) refried beans
- 8 ounces cream cheese (1 package) softened
- 8 ounces (about 2 cups) shredded cheddar cheese reserve 1 cup for later
- 1 cup salsa
- 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
Instructions
- In a large (at least 4 quart) pot, braiser, or dutch oven, crumble and brown the ground beef along with the onion and garlic over medium heat. This will take about 10-13 minutes.
- Stir in the remaining ingredients except for 1 cup of the shredded cheese.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously until all ingredients are melted and combined thoroughly.
- If serving in a different dish, transfer your dip while hot and top with the remaining cheese. Or if serving from your cooking dish, top the dip with your remaining cheese and let it melt.
- Garnish with your desired fresh toppings and serve with tortilla chips and enjoy!
Note
- This recipe can also be made in the oven or slow cooker as long as the beef, onions, and garlic are cooked in a skillet per step one.