Description
Texas Trash Dip is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful layered bean dip perfect for parties and gatherings. It combines refried beans, cream cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning baked to perfection with a generous topping of melted Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses. Serve warm with tortilla chips for a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Ingredients
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Dip Base
- 2 cans (16 oz each) refried beans
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 packet taco seasoning
Topping
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the dip evenly.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the refried beans, softened cream cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning. Use a mixer to whip all the ingredients together until smooth and well blended.
- Assemble the Dip: Spread the combined bean mixture evenly into a 9×13-inch baking dish. Then, sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses evenly over the top to ensure full coverage.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cheese on top has melted completely, is bubbly, and the dip is hot throughout.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve the dip warm with tortilla chips or your favorite dipping snacks. Enjoy your delicious Texas Trash Dip!
Notes
- To soften cream cheese quickly, microwave it in short bursts of 10-15 seconds.
- Use a mixer to achieve a creamier and smoother dip base.
- You can substitute taco seasoning with homemade blend for a fresher taste.
- For a spicy kick, add diced jalapeños or hot sauce.
- This dip can be prepared a day ahead and baked right before serving.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Keywords: Texas Trash Dip, cheesy bean dip, party dip, Tex-Mex appetizer, baked bean dip, easy dip recipe
