Ingredients
– 1 pound (approximately 450 grams) of lean ground beef or mild/hot sausage
– 16 ounces (about 450 grams) of processed cheese loaf
– 1 10-ounce (approximately 283 grams) can of diced tomatoes with green chilies
– ยฝ teaspoon of chili powder (optional)
Instructions
1-Begin by browning the meat in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it’s fully cooked. This step builds the base flavor and ensures the dip is hearty and satisfying.
2-Once the meat is ready, drain any excess fat to keep things lighter. Then, lower the heat to medium and add the processed cheese, diced tomatoes with their juices, and a bit of chili powder if you like some spice. Stir everything continuously until the cheese melts smoothly, resulting in a creamy texture that’s perfect for dipping.
3-First Step: Preheat your oven if you plan to bake, but for this stovetop method, you can skip that and go straight to cooking.
4-Second Step: In a skillet, cook your choice of ground protein until browned, then drain.
5-Third Step: Add the cheese and tomatoes, stirring until mixed.
6-Fourth Step: Keep stirring over medium heat until smooth.
7-Fifth Step: Remove from heat and serve warm with tortilla chips or veggies for a tasty snack.
Last Step:
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๐ฅ For extra spice, use hot sausage instead of ground beef or add diced jalapeรฑos along with the tomatoes
๐ง Make ahead by browning the meat ahead of time and storing it in the refrigerator, then simply add cheese and tomatoes when ready to serve
๐ฎ Transform leftovers into delicious quesadillas, use as a topping for baked potatoes, or spoon over tacos for extra cheesy flavor
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 242
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
