Rich creamy blend of beef, cheddar, beans, and tomatoes simmered slowly for warm party snacking.
# Components:
→ Meats
01 - 1 pound ground beef
→ Dairy
02 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 1 cup sour cream
→ Vegetables & Legumes
05 - 10 ounces canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
06 - 15 ounces canned black beans, rinsed and drained
07 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
→ Seasonings & Condiments
08 - 1 ounce taco seasoning mix
09 - 1 cup salsa (mild or spicy)
→ For Serving
10 - Tortilla chips (gluten-free if needed)
# Preparation steps:
01 - Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until thoroughly browned, breaking into small crumbles. Drain any excess fat.
02 - Transfer browned beef to slow cooker and add cream cheese, diced tomatoes with juice, shredded cheddar, black beans, taco seasoning, and salsa. Stir until evenly mixed.
03 - Cover and cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours, stirring once or twice if possible, until heated through and cheeses are fully melted.
04 - Approximately 10 minutes before serving, stir sour cream into the dip until fully combined.
05 - Taste the dip and adjust seasoning as desired.
06 - Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the dip just before serving, if desired. Serve warm with tortilla chips or preferred dippers.
