Meaty Texas Trash Dip : The Ultimate Appetizer
Discover the ultimate game day appetizer with Meaty Texas Trash Dip. This warm and cheesy dip is a delightful blend of seasoned meat, creamy cheeses, and zesty spices that will have everyone reaching for more. Perfect for parties, tailgates, or casual gatherings, it’s not just flavorful but also incredibly easy to prepare in just 30 minutes. Serve it with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh veggies for a crowd-pleasing treat that caters to all tastes. Customize your dip with your favorite toppings like jalapeños or cilantro for an extra kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking/Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning
- 1 (16 oz) can refried beans
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat and drain excess grease before adding taco seasoning and simmering.
- In a mixing bowl, combine refried beans, cream cheese, sour cream, green chilies, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika until smooth.
- Fold in the seasoned meat and stir in 1 cup of shredded cheese.
- For baking: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), transfer dip mixture to a greased baking dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake for about 20 minutes until melted.
- For slow cooking: Place in a slow cooker and cook on low for 2-3 hours or high for about 1 hour until warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 65mg