Description
This cheesy beef dip is perfect for parties and gatherings, made with ground beef, Velveeta cheese, and a blend of flavorful seasonings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean, medium, or extra lean)
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning (or 1/2 tsp each chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin)
- 1 can (10 ounces) Rotel (or 1 can diced tomatoes with chilies)
- 1 brick (2 cups, 16 ounces) Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup freshly parsley or cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet or frying pan to medium heat. Add the ground beef and break it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until no pink remains and meat is cooked through, approximately 5 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Reduce the heat to medium and add in the taco seasoning and can of Rotel with juices. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until fully combined and the sauce is simmering; reserve 1 tbsp of the diced tomatoes to garnish the dip before serving.
- Add in the cubed Velveeta cheese. Stir continuously until the cheese is fully melted.
- Optional: garnish the dip with the reserved diced tomatoes, chopped parsley or cilantro, and/or sliced green onions. Serve immediately with tortilla chips, crostini, or toasted baguettes to dip and enjoy!
Notes
- This dip pairs wonderfully with tortilla chips for a great appetizer.
- Feel free to adjust the spices according to your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg