Meaty Texas Trash Dip
A creamy, flavorful dip packed with savory meats and zesty spices, perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Equipment
- Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Meat
- 1 lb Ground beef or sausage Choose your preferred meat.
Dairy
- 16 oz Cream cheese Softened.
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Pepper Jack cheese
Vegetables
- 10 oz Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies Drained.
- 0.5 cup Diced green onions
- 0.5 cup Diced jalapeños Optional, for extra heat.
Spices
- 1 packet Taco seasoning
- 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika
Seasoning
- Salt and pepper To taste.
Serving
- Tortilla chips or crackers For dipping.
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or sausage until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise to the skillet. Stir until creamy and well combined.
- Mix in the shredded cheddar cheese, Pepper Jack cheese, drained Rotel tomatoes, diced green onions, diced jalapeños, taco seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Allow the dip to cook for about 5 minutes, stirring often, until all the cheeses are melted, and the mixture is heated through.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and serve immediately with tortilla chips or crackers for dipping.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month. Reheat in the oven or microwave, adding a splash of milk if needed.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 250mg | Iron: 2mg