Cheesy Nacho Dip
This cheesy nacho dip layers savory ground beef, beans, and melted cheese for a delicious, crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for parties and snack time.
Equipment
- 1 skillet for cooking beef and layering dip
- 1 oven-safe baking dish for baking dip
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 –3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 1 can 14 oz 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 and chopped onion in a skillet over medium heat until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, then drain excess fat.
- Add minced garlic and taco seasoning to the beef mixture; cook for 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 an oven-safe baking dish.
- Top the beans with the seasoned beef mixture and sprinkle shredded cheese generously on top.
- Bake at 350 °F (180 °C) for 10–15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven, add optional toppings, and serve warm with tortilla chips.
Notes
- Increase spice level with hot sauce or extra jalapeños.
- Use black or pinto beans as alternatives to refried beans.
- A cheese blend improves flavor and melt quality.
- Serve with salsa, guacamole, or pico de gallo for variety.