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Easy John Wayne Casserole Recipe

Andrea + Stef — Thu, 16 Feb 2023 17:50:13 +0000

In case you have never tried John Wayne casserole, then it is about time to give this amazingly flavorful and delicious family dinner a whirl. Everyone who loves southwestern cuisine will enjoy eating this quick and easy weeknight dinner. It combines a biscuit base with layers of ground beef, creamy sour cream mixture and lots of melty cheese.

Ground beef and cheese casserole only takes 15 minutes to prepare and is ready to serve in under an hour. It tastes best combined with a potato side, crunchy salad and Mexican condiments such as salsa or guacamole, for example. This is undoubtedly the best version of the original John Wayne casserole recipe. And it’s the perfect dish to bring some new life into Taco Tuesdays.

What is John Wayne Casserole?

This yummy casserole full of southwestern flavors got its name from the fact that in the 1970s the famous actor John Wayne contributed a version of this easy recipe to a cookbook called “Cooking with Love from Cara and her Friends”. Cara Connery created this charity cookbook for the American Cancer Society. Since then, the recipe has been adapted multiple times but still kept John Wayne’s name. This oven baked casserole is a scrumptious combination of a biscuit base, ground beef taco meat, Rotel tomatoes, bell peppers and lots of cheese.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: everything you love about Tex-Mex food in one scrumptious and easy casserole recipe that will impress the taste buds of your whole family
Main Ingredients: Bisquick, water, ground beef, yellow onion, red bell pepper, Rotel tomatoes, taco seasoning, sour cream, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese
Cooking Method: oven baked
Cooking Time: 15 minutes prep time and 40 minutes bake time
Pairs well with: potatoes, salad, pico de gallo, guacamole
Special Equipment Needed: large skillet, kitchen spatula, 9×13-inch baking dish, large bowl, small mixing bowl

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this cheesy casserole in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this easy ground beef casserole recipe you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Biscuit and Taco Casserole Ingredients

2 ¼ cups Bisquick
⅔ cup water
1 lb ground beef
½ medium yellow onion (about 1 cup, diced)
1 red bell pepper (sliced)
1 10 oz. can Rotel tomatoes (undrained)
¼ cup taco seasoning
½ cup sour cream (plus more for serving)
½ cup mayonnaise
2 ½ cups shredded medium cheddar cheese (divided)

Optional Garnish

Fresh parsley or fresh cilantro, chopped fresh tomatoes, sliced black olives, sliced green onions

Variations and Substitutions

Biscuit crust: We love using Bisquick mix for convenience, however, you can try using canned biscuits or homemade biscuit dough as well.

Ground Beef: In case you prefer, substitute ground turkey or ground chicken for the beef.

Taco Seasoning: Use your favorite store-bought brand or make your own taco spice. Both mild and spicy taco seasoning work great with this casserole dish. A ¼ cup taco seasoning is equal to one packet.

Cheese: Substitute medium cheddar with sharp cheddar cheese, pepper jack cheese, or Monterey jack cheese, for example. Additionally you can try using a Mexican cheese blend as well.

Bell Pepper: We used a red bell pepper for this hearty casserole, but you can substitute yellow or green bell peppers in a pinch. In case you like it spicy you can additionally add some green peppers, green chiles or jalapeño peppers, for example.

How To Make Gluten Free

Make this ground beef casserole recipe gluten free by using gluten free biscuit mix. Moreover, make sure your taco seasoning is also gluten free.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love this easy ground beef casserole recipe, try our Mexican Lasagna Recipe. You’ll love it because this taco casserole combines all your favorite Mexican flavors, such as taco meat, refried beans, salsa, melty cheese and sour cream.

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Casserole Dish — We love using this glass baking dish as it cooks food evenly, you can easily see the food while it cooks and it also looks good as a serving dish.

Instructions

This section shows how to cook John Wayne casserole in the oven, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For detailed instructions and nutritional information see the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.

Prep: Firstly grease a 9×13 casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray. Then, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 1: Brown ground beef and chopped onion in a large skillet over medium-high heat until no pink remains and onions have softened. Onions will be translucent.

Step 2: Afterwards add the taco seasoning and mix well.

Step 3: Then add Rotel tomatoes with all the juices and stir to combine. Set meat mixture aside.

Step 4: Afterward mix together biscuit mix and water in a large bowl until a shaggy dough forms.

Step 5: Then add the cheese and form a cohesive dough. The cheese pieces will break up as you mix.

Step 6: Afterward press the biscuit layer evenly into a glass baking dish. It doesn’t need to be totally even or flat.

Step 7: Then add the ground beef mixture on top of the bisquick layer. Make sure to spread it out evenly.

Step 8: In a separate bowl, stir together sour cream, mayonnaise, and 1 cup of grated cheese. Then spread the sour cream mixture over the lean ground beef layer.

Step 9: Afterwards top the casserole with the sliced bell peppers and the remaining cheese.

Step 10: Finally bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, until casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love Mexican inspired one pan meals then you’ll love our Frito Pie with Ground Beef. This yummy, quick and easy comfort food combines perfectly seasoned beef and beans with melty cheese and crispy Frito chips.

Make Ahead

John Wayne casserole tastes best fresh out of the oven, so we do not recommend making it ahead of time. However, you can prepare the ground beef layer ahead of time and then keep it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before assembling and baking the casserole.

Stef says….

Yummy dinner casseroles are a family favorite in our house. Jalapeño Popper Chicken Casserole and T urkey Enchilada Casserole are two of our other favorite Mexican inspired weeknight dinners.

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best ground beef casserole recipe.

Tip: Make sure to properly brown the beef and onions. This adds immense flavor to the beef mixture and keeps the meat from drying out.
Tip: In case the biscuit dough is too sticky, place a sheet of parchment paper or plastic wrap over it while pushing it onto the baking dish.
Tip: There are so many variations of this recipe. So feel free to personalize this casserole recipe with all your favorite add-ins.

Serving Suggestions

We love to eat this cheesy beef casserole all by itself. But sometimes you need to serve it as a complete meal. Try one of these delicious recipes:

Salad: Pair John Wayne casserole with a fresh salad. A green salad like our Italian Salad, Stef’s Taco Salad Shells or Andrea’s Greek Salad.

Sides: Traditionally, beef and biscuit casserole is served with a baked potato. You can in fact make this scrumptious side dish in the oven, convection oven, air fryer, Instant Pot, slow cooker, toaster oven, microwave or on the grill. It would taste great with Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes or Cheesy Hasselback Potatoes.

Sauces: Traditionally, John Wayne casserole is served with Mexican condiments such as guacamole, restaurant style salsa or pico de gallo, for example. It would taste great with mango habanero salsa as well.

More Tex-Mex Inspired Recipes

In case you also love Mexican cuisine as much as we do then you have to try some spicy Sausage Rotel Dip and chips or these crowd pleasing recipes:

How To Store

Refrigerate: Transfer to an airtight container, ziploc bag or wrap tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Then store meat and cheese casserole leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Freeze: Firstly, let leftover John Wayne casserole cool completely. Then transfer to a freezer-safe container or freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months.

Defrosting: Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

How To Reheat

You can reheat leftover casserole in the microwave.

Common Questions

Is it possible to add more vegetables to this original recipe?

Yes! As a matter of fact you can add some corn or your favorite kind of bean to the meat filling. We like black beans, pinto beans or kidney beans, for example. Moreover, you can add an additional chopped bell pepper to the ground beef mixture.

I love spicy food. How can I make this dish spicy without compromising the delicious flavor?

There are in fact several ways to add a spicy kick to this yummy dinner. Firstly you can use spicy taco seasoning for the meat, then you can add some chopped green chilies or jalapeno peppers to the sour cream layer and finally you can replace all or half of the cheese in this great recipe with Pepper Jack cheese.

What is a great side dish to serve with this best casserole recipe?

Even though this scrumptious casserole is already a full meal by itself, it goes extremely well with potato sides. We recommend serving baked potatoes, Hasselback potatoes or even tater tots with John Wayne casserole. All these delicious potato dishes cook up to perfection in the air fryer.

Can I make my own taco seasoning mix?

Of course! Our delicious and easy Taco Seasoning recipe only uses simple ingredients. It is a quick blend of chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano, salt and pepper. Additionally, homemade taco spice is so much better than store bought.

Easy John Wayne Casserole Recipe

This amazing Tex-Mex casserole combines layers of ground beef, biscuits and cheese to a delicious family meal everyone will love. It has been around for decades because it's just that good!

Course Main Dish

Cuisine American, Mexican

Keyword cheesy ground beef casserole, easy ground beef casserole, john wayne casserole, taco casserole recipe

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 40

Total Time 55

Servings servings

Calories 583kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

large skillet
kitchen spatula
mixing bowls
9x13in baking dish

Ingredients

2¼ cups Bisquick
⅔ cup water
1 lb ground beef
½ medium yellow onion diced, about 1 cup
1 red bell pepper sliced
10 oz Rotel tomatoes undrained
¼ cup taco seasoning or 1 package
½ cup sour cream plus more for serving
½ cup mayonnaise
2½ cups medium cheddar cheese shredded and divided

Optional Garnish:

chopped fresh cilantro
sour cream
diced tomatoes
sliced black olives

Instructions

Firstly grease a 9×13 casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray. Then, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Brown ground beef and chopped onion in a large skillet over medium-high heat until no pink remains and onions have softened.
Add the taco seasoning to the meat mixture and stir well.
Then add Rotel tomatoes with all the juices and stir to combine. Set meat mixture aside.
Afterward mix together biscuit mix and water in a large bowl until a shaggy dough forms.
Then add the cheese and form a cohesive dough.
Afterward press the biscuit layer evenly into a glass baking dish.
Then add the ground beef mixture on top of the bisquick layer. Make sure to spread it out evenly.
In a separate bowl, stir together sour cream, mayonnaise, and 1 cup of grated cheese.
Then spread the sour cream mixture over the lean ground beef layer.
Top the casserole with the sliced bell peppers and the remaining cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, until casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted.

Notes

You can top each slice of John Wayne casserole with a dollop of sour cream, some diced tomatoes, black olives and chopped cilantro.
Salsa, pico de gallo and guacamole are also great sides with this casserole.

Nutrition

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Air Fryer 3 Cheese Biscuit Bombs

Andrea + Stef — Mon, 06 Feb 2023 15:00:00 +0000

These easy and delicious 3 cheese biscuit bombs are perfect for cheese lovers. They cook up quickly and perfectly in the air fryer. There is simply nothing better than soft and flaky biscuit dough wrapped around melty cheese. You can easily personalize these treats by trying different sorts of cheese or adding different ingredients like leftover ham, pizza sauce, pepperoni or eggs to the filling.

No doubt, cheese bombs make the perfect appetizer for any meal and are best served with a bowl of marinara sauce. If you don’t want to use a store bought sauce, then check out our recipe for insanely good homemade marinara sauce.

Cheese biscuit bites are also great as a side dish for soups and salads or a perfect game day snack or party food.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: easy cheese bomb recipe made with golden brown flaky biscuits and ooey gooey melted cheese centers, they go great with many dipping sauces
Main Ingredients: refrigerator flaky biscuits, sharp cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, mozzarella cheese, melted butter, Italian seasoning
Cooking Method: air fryer
Cooking Time: 10 minutes prep time, 6 minutes baking time
Pairs well with: marinara sauce, honey mustard dipping sauce, crunchy salad, chili, soups
Diets: vegetarian
Special Equipment Needed: sharp knife and cutting board, pastry brush, small bowl, air fryer

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for these cheese bombs with biscuits in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the local grocery store! If this is your first time making this air fryer cheese bombs recipe you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Cheese Stuffed Biscuits Ingredients

1 can large refrigerator biscuits (we like Grand’s biscuits)
6 oz cheddar cheese
6 oz Monterey Jack cheese
6 oz mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon butter (melted)
2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Optional Garnish

Italian seasoning, coarse sea salt, bagel seasoning, sesame seeds, poppy seeds

Substitutions

Biscuit Dough: We love using canned breakfast biscuits for convenience. However, you can substitute homemade biscuits, buttermilk biscuits, crescent rolls dough or even pizza dough with similar results.

Cheese: Substitute your favorite cheese for the cheddar, Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese. You can get creative with the cheese filling, try Swiss cheese, Gruyere, pepper jack, brie or any type of cheese you prefer.

Italian Seasoning: You can use store-bought spice, homemade Italian seasoning, oregano or pizza spice for this comfort food.

Add garlic: If you are a big fan of garlic flavor, add a sprinkle of garlic powder to the cheese filling and/or to the the melted butter. Then use the garlic butter mixture to baste the biscuits. Moreover, you can try using garlic butter biscuits.

Toppings: You can also top your cheese bombs with oregano or pizza seasoning. For a bit of a salty kick, try sprinkling them with a little salt. Another great option would be some everything-bagel seasoning. You can even top biscuit bombs with some chopped fresh basil, but only after they are done baking to keep the fresh green color. Freshly grated parmesan cheese would also be a good choice.

Possible Variations

BREAKFAST BISCUIT BITES – These biscuit bites are filled with scrambled eggs and crisp bacon for a perfect handheld breakfast.

HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICH BITES – Ham and cheese wrapped in a flaky biscuit crust and baked in the air fryer. An easy and quick lunch.

PEPPERONI BOMBS – Simply add 1-2 slices of pepperoni to your cheese center and prepare as described.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love this air fryer cheese biscuits recipe, try our low carb Cheesy Cauliflower Breadsticks. You’ll love them because crusty cauliflower breadsticks have a layer of cheesy goodness on top and just the right amount of seasoning.

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Air Fryer – This recipe requires an air fryer. We have both this Cosori air fryer, which is wonderful, and this Cuisinart Air Fryer, which we also love. The Cuisinart also has convection oven and toaster oven capacity. You can buy an air fryer with a basket with high sides that food goes into or a tray type of machine. The trays are shallow but are usually longer and can accomodate more food in a single layer.

Instructions

This section shows how to cook biscuit cheese bombs in the air fryer, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

Step 1: Cut 16 cheese cubes of each type of cheese and cut biscuit dough in half so you have 16 pieces of dough.

Step 2: Flatten each biscuit piece so it’s large enough to wrap around 3 cheese cubes.

Step 3: Place 3 pieces of cheese in the center of the buttery biscuit circle.

Step 4: Wrap biscuit around the cheese cubes. Seal it closed with your fingers.

Step 5: Place cheese biscuits into the air fryer basket so they are not touching. You might have to do two batches, depending on the size of your air fryer. Then, baste the tops of the cheese bombs with the melted butter using a pastry brush.

Step 6: Sprinkle cheesy biscuit bombs with Italian seasoning. Add a little salt, if you prefer.

Step 7: Cook in the air fryer at 350ºF for 6 minutes or until cooked and golden brown. Time may vary depending on your machine so check them at 5 minutes. In case you like your biscuit bombs extra buttery, baste the tops with butter again at this point.

Finally, let them cool for a few minutes before eating. In case the cheese bombs look dry after they come out of the air fryer, baste the tops again with melted butter.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love easy and delicious biscuit recipes then you’ll love our Deep Fried Strawberry Shortcake. This lovely summer dessert combines deep fried biscuits with sweet strawberries and whipped cream.

Make Ahead

You can fill and shape these cheesy biscuit bites a couple of hours before baking. Make sure to tightly wrap with plastic wrap, then store them in the refrigerator until ready to bake.

Oven Baked Appetizers with Canned Biscuits

You can in fact make this great recipe in the oven as well. Place the cheese bombs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat and bake at 375ºF for about 10 minutes or until golden brown and baked through. Brush biscuits again with melted butter before serving.

Stef says….

If you also love everything cheesy, try these amazing Giant Cheese Stuffed Shells. This Olive Garden copycat recipe is so simple to make and bursting with parmesan, provolone and mozzarella cheese.

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best cheese-stuffed biscuits.

Tip: Use a blend of your favorite cheeses to fill these canned biscuits in air fryer.
Tip: Make sure the biscuits are closed up so they don’t open and leak cheese all over.
Tip: Baste with melted butter, garlic butter or olive oil so the tops don’t dry out.

What To Serve With 3 Cheese Biscuit Bombs

We love to eat air fryer cheese bombs all by themselves. But sometimes you need to serve it as a meal. Try one of these delicious recipes:

Main Dish: Serve cheese stuffed biscuits as a side dish with your favorite Italian meal, such as Italian Meatballs, Easy Lasagna, or Baked Ravioli, for example. Moreover, cheese bombs taste great with Easy Chili or Ground Beef Vegetable Soup.

Salad: Pair 3 cheese biscuit bombs with a fresh salad. A green salad like amazing Italian Salad or Chopped Asparagus Salad. Or even a Caprese Salad with tomatoes, mozzarella and basil.

Sides: Traditionally, gooey cheese biscuits are served with a dip. Our homemade marinara sauce is the perfect addition to this yummy dish.

More Biscuit Bomb Recipes

We love air fryer recipes with canned biscuits, because they are so easy, delicious and versatile. Some of our absolute favorite biscuit bombs are:

How To Store

Refrigerate: If you have leftover cheesy biscuit bites, store them in an airtight container or ziploc bag in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freeze: If you would like to freeze your leftovers, individually wrap each biscuit bite with plastic wrap and put them into a ziptop freezer bag or a freezer safe container. 3 cheese biscuit bombs can be frozen for up to a month.

Defrost: To defrost, unwrap desired number of air fryer cheese biscuit bites completely and put them on a microwave safe plate. Cover them with a paper towel. Reheat in the microwave for 1 – 1 ½ minutes, depending on your machine.

How To Reheat

To reheat, pop cheese bombs in the microwave for about 10-15 seconds. Additionally you can reheat fluffy biscuits filled with gooey melted cheese in the air fryer for a couple of minutes.

Common Questions

Does it matter what kind of refrigerated dough I use for this simple recipe?

You can use refrigerated canned biscuits homemade biscuit dough, crescent or pizza dough for similar results.

Are cheese bombs good with dip?

They are wonderful with dip. One perfect option would be Marinara sauce, but 3 cheese biscuit bombs would also be good with other dips of your choice. Cheese balls are also a great side dish for soups or salad.

I don’t have an air fryer. Can these cheese bombs also be baked in the oven?

Yes, you can also place the cheese bombs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake them at 375ºF for about 10 minutes until golden brown and baked through. Brush biscuits again with melted butter.

Air Fryer 3 Cheese Biscuit Bombs

These cheese filled biscuit bites are the perfect start to a meal. You can use your favorite cheeses to create this mouthwatering appetizer.

Course Appetizer, breakfast, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Diet Vegetarian

Keyword air fryer appetizers, air fryer cheese biscuit bomb, cheddar cheese, cheese bombs, monterey jack cheese, mozzarella cheese

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 6

Total Time 16

Servings bombs

Calories 221kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

knife and cutting board
pastry brush
Air Fryer

Ingredients

1 can large refrigerator biscuits
6 oz cheddar cheese
6 oz monterey jack cheese
6 oz mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon butter melted
2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

Cut each type of cheese into 16 cubes. Set aside.
Open the can of biscuits. Split each biscuit in half, so you end up with 16 dough pieces.
Flatten each biscuit piece into a circular shape. Place 3 pieces of cheese (one of each type of cheese) in the center of the biscuit circle.
Wrap the biscuit dough around the cheese, pinch the seams together with your fingers to seal closed.
Place cheese bombs into the air fryer basket so they are not touching. You might have to do two sets, depending on the size of your air fryer.
Baste the tops of the cheese bombs with the melted butter using a pastry brush.
Then sprinkle them with Italian seasoning.
Cook in the air fryer at 350ºF for 6 minutes. Time may vary depending on your machine so check them at 5 minutes.
Remove cheese bombs from air fryer when the tops are a deep golden brown and they are baked through.
Let them cool for a few minutes before eating. Serve them with a bowl of your favorite marinara sauce.

Notes

You may want to baste the tops of the cheese bombs when they come out of the air fryer again if they look dry.

You can also use refrigerated canned crescent dough or pizza dough with similar results.

Try making these cheesy biscuit bites with Swiss cheese, Gruyere, pepper jack, brie or any type of cheese you prefer.

Try sprinkling a little salt on top before cooking for a bit of a salty kick.

Nutrition

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Chili Cheese Dip

Andrea + Stef — Thu, 12 Jan 2023 02:14:33 +0000

Chili cheese dip is a perfect blend of cream cheese, comforting chili and lots of gooey cheese. It only takes 10 minutes to assemble this perfectly delicious appetizer or party snack that bakes to warm and melty perfection in the oven. You can serve hot chili dip at a tailgate party, during the big game, or even at your next movie night. Moreover, it is a great addition to any Mexican themed dinner or nacho bar. Chili cheese dip tastes amazing with tortilla chips, Fritos, tostadas, crackers or veggie sticks.

What is Chili Cheese Dip?

This perfect game day snack, sometimes also called “Hormel Chili Dip”, combines a layer of cream cheese, salsa and grated cheese with a second layer of chili and cheese. Additionally, before being baked in the oven, this perfect appetizer is topped with an extra layer of cheese. While we prefer the layered version of this scrumptious party food, there are other versions of this dip as well. Other easy dip recipes call for blending all ingredients together before baking, being cooked on the stovetop or even in a slow cooker.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: warm dip that is creamy, full of chili flavor and melty cheese
Main Ingredients: cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, salsa, cream cheese, chili
Cooking Method: oven baked
Cooking Time: 10 minutes of prep time, 20 minutes baking time
Pairs well with: tortilla chips, flavored corn chips, French fries, potato chips, Fritos scoops
Diets: gluten free
Special Equipment Needed: mixing bowls, cooking spoon or spatula, 8×8-inch baking dish, pie pan

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this chili cream cheese dip recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this homemade chili cheese dip you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Cheesy Chili Dip Ingredients

1 ½ cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
1 ½ cups grated Monterey Jack cheese or Pepper Jack Cheese
½ cup salsa
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
15 oz can of chili

Optional Garnish

a dollop of sour cream, chopped fresh cilantro, sliced jalapeños or black olives

Variations and Substitutions

Cheese: Substitute shredded Colby Jack cheese, mozzarella cheese, Velveeta cheese or Mexican blend cheese for the cheddar and Monterey Jack. In case you like to add some spice to your dip use Pepper Jack cheese instead.

Salsa: Use your favorite store-bought salsa or make your own. Have you tried our delicious and easy to make Salsa Recipe with Canned Tomatoes? You could even use a can of Rotel tomatoes in a pinch.

Chili: You can use any type of chili for this easy chili cheese dip recipe. Use your favorite canned chili, chili con carne, spicy chili, or homemade chili. Moreover, you can make this delicious dip vegetarian by using meatless bean chili.

Make it spicy: You can add a lot of heat to this dip by using Pepper Jack cheese, spicy chili and hot salsa. However, if you want even more spiciness, add some green chiles, chopped jalapeños, red pepper flakes, a little bit of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to taste.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love this cheesy chili dip recipe, try our Instant Pot White Chicken Chili. You’ll love it because this easy chili made with chicken, canned beans, vegetables and spices cooks up in the pressure cooker in just 15 minutes.

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Baking Dish — We recommend using a pie pan or a 8×8-inch baking dish to cook this tasty dip.

Instructions

This section shows how to cook homemade cheesy chili dip in the oven, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

PREPARE: Firstly, preheat the oven to 350°F. Then combine cheeses in a small bowl.

MAKE CREAM CHEESE LAYER: Afterwards, mix together softened cream cheese, salsa, and 1 cup of grated cheese in another small bowl. Then spread mixture into a pie plate or oven-proof shallow dish.

MAKE CHILI LAYER: Combine another cup of shredded cheese and the can of chili and spread on top of the cream cheese mixture in the baking dish.

BAKE: Then top with remaining cheeses, before baking at 350°F for 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Finally serve with corn chips, Fritos, veggies or crackers.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love hearty ground beef chili with beans and tomatoes and just the right amount of spice then you’ll love our Easy Chili recipe. You can make this tasty chili con carne in the slow cooker, Instant Pot or in a dutch oven on the stovetop.

Make Ahead

You can assemble this creamy chili cheese dip recipe up to 1 day ahead of time. Make sure to cover tightly with cling wrap and keep in the refrigerator until ready to cook. Only bake the dip when you are ready to serve it.

Crockpot Chili Cheese Dip Instructions

To make the chili cheese dip in a slow cooker, simply add layers of the cream cheese mixture, chili cheese mixture and grated cheese into a small crock pot. Then cook on High for 2 hours. Keep warm to serve.

Stef says….

Another fun twist on traditional chili is Chili Mac. My family loves this perfect blend between warm spicy chili and satisfying macaroni and cheese. And the best part this 30-minute one-pot meal is easy to make and easy to clean up!

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best chili cheese dip.

Tip: Soften cream cheese to almost room temperature. That way it blends smoothly with the other dip ingredients.
Tip: For best results, grate your own cheese. Pre-grated cheese contains additives and therefore does not provide the same amazing flavor as freshly grated cheese.
Tip: Use good quality chili. Only tasty chili makes a great tasting dip.

More Delicious Warm Dip Recipes

If you love this chili cheese dip recipe, then you’ll enjoy these other delicious warm dip recipes:

More Mexican Inspired Dip Recipes

If you love Mexican flavors as much as we do, then these easy and scrumptious dips will be perfect for your next party:

Andrea says….

In case you are not a big fan of traditional chili, try topping this cheesy dip with amazing White Chicken Chili instead.

How To Store

Refrigerate: Store leftover chili cheese dip in an airtight container, ziploc bag or tightly covered with plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up 3 days.

Freeze: You can freeze this cheesy dip in a freezer safe container or freezer bag for up to 3 months.

Defrosting: Thaw chili cheese dip leftovers in the fridge overnight.

How To Reheat

A great way to reheat this easy chili dip is in the microwave or oven until hot and bubbly again.

Common Questions

What dippers should I serve with this chili cheese dip recipe?

Cheesy chili dip tastes great with tortilla chips, Fritos, tostadas, salty crackers, pita chips or toasted French bread slices. Additionally you can serve this delicious appetizer with freshly cut veggies, such as celery sticks or bell peppers, for example.

Can I add any toppings to this easy appetizer?

By all means!! We recommend adding a dollop of sour cream, freshly chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeños, green onions or black olives to the top of this nacho cheese and chili dip.

How long can this crowd-pleasing dip sit out at room temperature?

We recommend leaving this dip out at room temperature no longer than two hours. After that, in order to stay food safe, give it some time in the fridge to cool down. You can reheat leftovers later in the microwave or oven.

Is it possible to make this super bowl chili dip on the stovetop?

As a matter of fact, yes! You just need to make some slight adjustments to the recipe. The dip will no longer be layered, but turns into an all in one dip. It will be just as tasty, though. Begin by adding chili, salsa and cream cheese to a large skillet over medium heat. Stir constantly until the ingredients are hot, bubbly and thoroughly combined. Then add grated cheese and stir until all the cheese has melted. Serve with tortilla chips or spoon over hot dogs to make chili cheese dogs.

Chili Cheese Dip Recipe

Perfect game day snack full of chili flavor and gooey cheese! Make it as mild or spicy as you like! This baked hot chili dip is perfect for dipping anything.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American, Mexican

Diet Gluten Free

Keyword cheesy chili dip, chili cheese dip recipe, chili cream cheese dip, hot chili dip, super bowl chili dip

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 263kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

mixing bowls
cooking spoon or spatula
baking dish

Ingredients

1½ cups grated cheddar cheese
1½ cups grated Monterey Jack cheese
½ cup salsa
8 oz cream cheese softened
15 oz can of chili

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Combine cheeses in a small bowl.
In another small bowl, mix together cream cheese, salsa, and 1 cup of grated cheese.
Spread mixture into a pie plate or oven-proof shallow dish.
Combine another cup of cheeses and the can of chili and spread over the cream cheese mixture in the baking dish.
Top with remaining cheeses.
Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Notes

Tip: Soften cream cheese to almost room temperature. That way it blends smoothly with the other dip ingredients.

Tip: For best results, grate your own cheese. Pre-grated cheese contains additives and therefore does not provide the same amazing flavor as freshly grated cheese.

Tip: Use good quality chili. Only tasty chili makes a great tasting dip.

Nutrition

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Crack Corn Dip

Andrea + Stef — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 01:20:20 +0000

Crack corn dip is creamy, cheesy and packed with golden corn. You only need half an hour and a handful of ingredients to make this perfect appetizer. Cowboy crack dip can also be served as a delicious snack on game day, at summer cookouts or your next party. It is easy to make and can be cooked in the oven or slow cooker. You can even prepare it ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator until ready to bake. This is the best recipe for crowd-pleasing crack corn dip and it will surely be a huge hit at your next party!

What is Crack Corn Dip?

Delicious super bowl crack corn dip is served warm and made from frozen corn, green chilies, sour cream, cream cheese, shredded cheese and spices. It tastes great with tortilla chips, tostadas, crackers or pita chips. Even tough this creamy dip only takes 20 minutes in the oven, it can also be cooked in a slow cooker. Hot cheesy corn dip is also often called cowboy corn dip, Mexican corn dip or fiesta corn dip.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: creamy hot dip packed with corn and melty cheese, that tastes heavenly on a salty chip
Main Ingredients: frozen corn, green chilies, sour cream, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, black pepper and garlic salt
Cooking Method: oven baked
Cooking Time: 10 minutes prep time, 20 minutes cook time
Pairs well with: plain tortilla chips, tostadas, flavored corn chips, pita chips, crackers
Diets: keto friendly, gluten free, vegetarian
Special Equipment Needed: large bowl, cooking spoon or spatula, 8×8-inch baking dish, pie pan

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this crack corn dip recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this corn dip recipe you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Corn Crack Dip Ingredients

3 cups frozen corn (thawed and drained)
4 oz can diced green chilies
1 cup sour cream
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
8 oz shredded cheese such as sharp cheddar and/or Pepper Jack cheese (2 cups)
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic salt

Optional Garnish

sliced jalapeños, freshly chopped cilantro, diced green peppers or red peppers, sliced green onions

Variations and Substitutions

Corn: We use regular frozen corn, but you can substitute white corn, fresh corn or sweet corn for a hint of sweetness.

Bacon: If you love bacon, add ¼ cup cooked, crumbled up bacon to this Mexican corn dip. It adds so much flavor.

Peppers: If you like to add a little splash of color to this delicious dip add some chopped green or red peppers.

Little Kick of Spice: For a little bit of extra spice, add some cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes or chopped jalapeños to the dip.

Toppings: Before serving this hot corn dip top the dip bowl with some freshly sliced jalapeños or green onions.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love this Mexican inspired corn dip recipe, try our Frito Pie with Ground Beef. This yummy, quick and easy comfort food pairs perfectly with crack corn dip.

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Baking Dish or Pie Plate — We are using a 9inch pie plate for this recipe. However, a square baking dish would work well too.

Instructions

This section shows how to cook corn chip dip in the oven, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the printable recipe card below.

MIX INGREDIENTS: Firstly, set aside ½ cup of the grated cheese. Afterwards stir together all remaining cheesy dip ingredients.

TOP WITH CHEESE: Then transfer to an oven-proof, shallow baking dish or pie plate. Sprinkle the reserved cheese over the top of the dip.

BAKE AND SERVE: Bake at 350ºF for 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Serve this party dip immediately with your favorite chips.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love serving easy to make dips at parties then try our amazing Buckeye Dip. This sweet dessert dip tastes just like a mix of buckeye candies and peanut butter frosting!

Make Ahead

You can easily assemble this scrumptious dip several hours or even 2 days ahead of time. Tightly cover the dish with plastic wrap and store in the fridge until you are ready to bake.

Slow Cooker Corn Dip

Additionally to the oven method, you can also make this easy chip dip recipe in a crockpot. Simply combine the dip ingredients in a slow cooker and cook on high for 2 hours. Shortly before the cooking time is over (about 10 minutes) give the dip a good stir and top with the remaining cheese.

Stef says….

Another corn side dish or snack I can’t get enough of is Mexican Street Corn. This is no ordinary corn on the cob. Chargrilled corn is smothered in a spicy and creamy sauce mixture and then topped with chopped cilantro and cotija cheese! It gets my mouth watering just thinking about it!

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make award winning crack corn dip.

Tip: For perfectly creamy texture, make sure to soften the cream cheese before blending it with the remaining ingredients.
Tip: Use frozen or fresh summer corn for this dip. While you can use white, yellow or sweet corn, we do not recommend canned corn for this crack corn dip recipe.
Tip: Due to the high dairy content we recommend not leaving this dip out for more than 2 hours.

More Dip Recipes

If you love this easy dip recipe, then you’ll enjoy our 7 layer dip or nacho cheese dip as well as these delicious dip recipes:

Andrea says….

My favorite thing to bring to a party is chips and dip! I especially love show stopping dips like this Cheesy Jalapeño Dip! I will give you fair warning…this dip is addictive!

More Party Food Recipes

Scrumptious crack corn dip pairs well with these other yummy party snacks, for the perfect party or game night spread:

How To Store

Refrigerate: Store cowboy corn dip leftovers in an airtight container or tightly covered with plastic wrap in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freeze: We do not recommend freezing this dip, because its consistency might change after defrosting.

How To Reheat

Reheat leftover fiesta corn dip in the microwave. However, you can also serve leftovers as cold corn dip. Just give it a good stir before serving.

Common Questions

Can I add any toppings to this easy appetizer?

By all means!! We recommend freshly chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeños, green onions or chopped bell pepper.

How long can this crowd-pleasing dip sit out at room temperature?

Crack Corn Dip Recipe

Creamy and flavorful dip chock full of cheesy corn, that tastes amazing with tortilla chips.

Course Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine American, keto, Mexican

Diet Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Keyword corn chip dip, corn dip, crack corn dip recipe, easy chip dip, super bowl crack corn dip

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 269kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

mixing bowl
cooking spoon or spatula
baking dish or pie plate

Ingredients

3 cups frozen corn thawed and drained
4 oz can diced green chilies
1 cup sour cream
8 oz cream cheese softened
8 oz cheddar cheese and/or pepper jack cheese grated (2 cups)
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic salt

Instructions

First preheat the oven to 350ºF.
Set aside ½ cup of the grated cheese and then stir together all remaining ingredients in a mixing bowl.
Transfer mixed dip to an oven-proof, shallow baking dish or pie plate.
Next, sprinkle the reserved cheese over the top.
Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Notes

Tip: For perfectly creamy texture, make sure to soften the cream cheese before blending it with the remaining ingredients.

Tip: Use frozen or fresh summer corn for this dip. While you can use white, yellow or sweet corn, we do not recommend canned corn for this crack corn dip recipe.

Tip: Due to the high dairy content we recommend not leaving this dip out for more than 2 hours.

Nutrition

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Crack Dip

Andrea + Stef — Tue, 10 Jan 2023 15:34:17 +0000

If you are looking for an amazing dip recipe to serve at your next party, girls night or game night, then this crack dip recipe is perfect for you. It only uses a few simple ingredients that you most likely already have at home and is ready in just 5 minutes. It is therefore also a great option when you need something quick for surprise guests. This super bowl crack dip recipe combines tasty cheese, loads of bacon and cool ranch flavors. It is the best cracker dip and will be a big hit with all your guests.

What is Crack Dip?

Crack dip is a cold party snack made with cheddar cheese, real bacon, sour cream, cream cheese and ranch dip mix. This great dip is ready in just 5 minutes and tastes amazing with crackers, chips and fresh veggies. Crack dip is similar to million dollar dip, as they both contain cheese, bacon and green onions. However, while crack dip uses cream cheese and sour cream as a base, million dollar dip is made with mayonnaise instead.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: creamy dip goodness bursting with cheese, cooked bacon and ranch flavors
Main Ingredients: cheddar cheese, bacon pieces, sour cream, cream cheese, ranch seasoning mix
Cooking Method: no bake
Cooking Time: 5 minutes of prep time
Pairs well with: buttery crackers, tortilla chips, potato chips, pita chips, fresh veggies, toasted slices of French bread
Diets: keto friendly, gluten free
Special Equipment Needed: large bowl, wooden spoon or spatula

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this super bowl cracker dip in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this cheesy crack dip recipe you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Crack Dip Ingredients

2 cups medium cheddar cheese (grated)
½ cup bacon (cooked and crumbled)
1 cup of sour cream
8 oz. cream cheese (softened)
1 packet ranch dressing mix

Optional Garnish

grated cheese, bacon crumbles and sliced green onions

Variations and Substitutions

Cheese: Substitute cheddar cheese with Colby Jack cheese, sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack cheese or mozzarella cheese.

Bacon: We prefer using freshly cooked and crumbled bacon, however, you can substitute bacon bits in a pinch.

Ranch Seasoning Mix: Use a store-bought packet or 2 tablespoons of Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix.

Add Spice: In case you want a little kick of spice in this easy cream cheese dip, adding a little bit of hot sauce is a great option. Moreover, you can add some black pepper, red pepper flakes or even ¼ teaspoon of cayenne pepper.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love easy, delicious, and crowd pleasing dips then you’ll love our sweet Buckeye Dip. It’s a creamy and delicious peanut butter dip with cream cheese that tastes just like buckeye candies.

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Mixing Bowl — For best results use a clean and dry glass or porcelain bowl to mix this easy 5 minute dip recipe.

Instructions

This section shows how to make cold crack dip, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the printable recipe card below.

BLEND INGREDIENTS: Firstly, add all dip ingredients to a medium bowl. Then stir together with a spatula until evenly blended.

CHILL: Transfer the mixed dip to the refrigerator to chill for a couple of hours. Even though this step is optional, we highly recommend giving the flavors time to develop.

TOP AND SERVE: Afterwards give the dip another good stir, before adding it to a serving dish. Then top with the leftover cheese, bacon and green onions. Serve with buttery crackers, potato chips or fresh veggies.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love delicious 5-minute dip recipes, then you have to try our amazing Cookie Dough Dip. Creamy and delicious edible cookie dough dip is perfect for everyone who loves eating raw cookie dough.

Make Ahead

You can make this dip several hours ahead of time. Refrigerating this bacon crack dip for a couple of hours gives the flavors time to develop and therefore improves the final taste of this delicious dip recipe.

Stef says….

I love using Air Fryer Bacon for this recipe. It is crispy, fast, easy, and delicious. And the best part, it is a lot less messy than the stovetop method!

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best game day crack dip.

Tip: Make sure to use softened cream cheese. That way it blends smoothly with the other dip ingredients.
Tip: Grate your own cheese. Pre-grated cheese contains additives and therefore does not provide the same amazing flavor as freshly grated cheese.
Tip: Use real bacon for this perfect dip recipe. Even though bacon bits work in a pinch, nothing beats fresh bacon flavor.

More No Bake Dip Recipes

If you love this cheesy crack dip, then you’ll enjoy our other quick and easy no bake dips:

More Delicious Warm Dip Recipes

Ranch crack dip also pairs really well with one of our delicious hot dip recipes:

How To Store

Refrigerate: Store crack dip leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container, ziploc bag, other sealed container or in a dish tightly covered with plastic wrap for up to 2-3 days.

Freeze: We do not recommend freezing this party dip.

Common Questions

Can I add any toppings to this perfect appetizer?

By all means!! We recommend saving some grated cheese and crispy bacon crumbs. Then sprinkle them on top of the dip together with the sliced green onions.

What are the best dippers to serve with this great dip?

As a matter of fact, this easy dip recipe pairs well with almost everything. Our favorite dippers for this delicious dip are buttery crackers, pretzels, tortilla chips, pita chips, or bagel chips. Moreover, you can serve fresh veggies such as celery sticks or carrot sticks alongside this creamy dip. However, the indulgent ingredients of this crowd-pleasing party recipe will taste amazing on all your favorite chips and crackers.

How can I reduce the calorie count of this bacon crack dip?

In case you are following a low calorie diet, then you can make this dip with low fat cream cheese and low fat sour cream. Additionally you can substitute some of the sour cream with low-fat or no-fat greek yoghurt.

How long can this crowd-pleasing dip sit out at room temperature?

We recommend leaving this dip out at room temperature no longer than two hours. After that, in order to stay food safe, give it some time in the fridge to cool down.

Crack Dip Recipe

Cool, creamy dip packed with cheese, bacon and ranch flavor. Crack dip is perfect for dipping potato chips, crackers or vegetables.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American, keto

Diet Gluten Free

Keyword bacon and ranch dip, crack dip recipe, cracker dip recipe, creamy bacon and cheese dip, super bowl crack dip

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings servings

Calories 331kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

mixing bowl
cooking spoon or spatula

Ingredients

2 cups medium cheddar cheese grated, divided
½ cup bacon cooked, crumbled and divided
1 cup sour cream
8 oz cream cheese softened
1 packet ranch seasoning mix or 2 tablespoon homemade ranch seasoning

Optional Garnish:

green onions

Instructions

Stir together all the dip ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
Make sure to save some grated cheese and bacon crumbles for topping.
Refrigerate mixed up dip for several hours, if possible.
Top with more grated cheese, bacon and green onions before serving with potato chips, buttery crackers, or fresh veggies.

Notes

Tip: Make sure to use softened cream cheese. That way it blends smoothly with the other dip ingredients.

Tip: Grate your own cheese. Pre-grated cheese contains additives and therefore does not provide the same amazing flavor as freshly grated cheese.

Tip: Use real bacon for this perfect dip recipe. Even though bacon bits work in a pinch, nothing beats fresh bacon flavor.

Nutrition

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Mississippi Sin Dip

Andrea + Stef — Mon, 09 Jan 2023 08:02:40 +0000

Mississippi sin dip is hot cheesy goodness packed with juicy ham. It is baked in a bread bowl and can be served with bread pieces, tortilla chips, veggies or crackers. It only takes 10 minutes of hands on prep time and a few simple ingredients to make this delicious party snack. This amazing hot ham and cheese dip is one of the best recipes to use up leftover holiday ham. You can serve this crowd pleaser on game day, at holiday parties or any family gathering.

What is Mississippi Sin Dip?

This scrumptious football season favorite is a blend of cream cheese, sour cream, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, ham, green onions and cheddar cheese. The best way to bake this cheesy ham dip is in a bread bowl, but you can also cook it in a casserole dish. Serve hot ham and cheese dip with bread cubes, chips, veggies or crackers.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: show stopping, creamy, hot ham dip with lots of melty cheese, that is the perfect snack for any big game
Main Ingredients: cream cheese, sour cream, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, ham, green onions, cheddar cheese, French bread loaf
Cooking Method: oven baked
Cooking Time: 10 minutes prep time, 45 minutes baking time
Pairs well with: bread bowl pieces, any white crusty bread, potato chips, crackers, corn chips
Special Equipment Needed: large bowl, cooking spoon or spatula, knife and cutting board, sheet pan

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this Mississippi sin dip recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this hot dip in a bread bowl you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Mississippi Sin Dip Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese (softened)
16 oz sour cream
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup ham (diced)
½ cup green onions (diced)
2 cups (8 oz) cheddar cheese (shredded)
1 lb. round loaf of French bread

Optional Garnish

extra cheese or sliced green onions.

Variations and Substitutions

Ham: You can use diced up holiday ham leftovers, deli ham or ham steak for this game day crowd pleaser. Moreover, you can add some salty bacon crumbles directly to the dip mixture or as a topping, if desired.

Bread: Instead of French bread, you can also use Italian bread or even sourdough bread. Make sure to use a round loaf of bread.

Add Spice: You can add more hot sauce, in case you prefer a hotter dip. Additionally you can add some green chiles or red pepper flakes to this popular dish.

More Spices: If you like to add some extra flavor to this already scrumptious dip, we recommend trying a little bit of garlic powder, smoked paprika or onion powder.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: Leftovers from our amazing Brown Sugar Glazed Ham with Apricot Sauce, work perfectly for this hot dip in a bread bowl recipe. Mississippi sin dip is the perfect recipe to turn ham leftovers into a spectacular party dip.

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Baking Sheet — When using a bread bowl, you need a sheet pan or 9x13in baking pan to bake the dip. Otherwise we recommend using a pie pan or a 8×8-inch baking dish.

Instructions

This section shows how to make Mississippi sin dip cooked in bread in the oven, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

PREPARE: Preheat the oven to 350°F.

MIX DIP INGREDIENTS: Firstly, stir together cream cheese, sour cream, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce in a mixing bowl until evenly combined. Then stir ham, green onions, and 2 cups cheddar cheese into the cream cheese mixture.

CREATE BREAD BOWL: With a serrated knife, slice off the top of the bread parallel to the loaf. Afterwards scoop out as much of the inside of the bread as you can without tearing through the crust. Then cut leftover bread into cubes and store in an airtight container to serve with the dip.

ASSEMBLE AND BAKE: Fill the hollowed-out loaf of bread with the prepared ham dip. Then wrap loaf with a piece of aluminum foil, tenting the foil loosely over the dip. Afterward, bake for 45 minutes, removing the foil during the last 10 minutes to toast the top of the dip. Serve with bread cubes and other dippers.

Make Ahead

You can make the creamy dip mixture a couple of hours or up to 2 days ahead of time. Make sure to store in an airtight container or cover tightly with plastic wrap before transferring it to the fridge. When you are ready to serve, scoop dip into a hollowed-out bread or baking dish and bake according to the instructions in the recipe.

Stef says….

Another one of my favorite dip recipes with ham is Dill Pickle Dip. Not only is it a great party app, but it’s a good snack during the warmer months that’s cool and refreshing!

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best Mississippi sin dip in a bread bowl.

Tip: Soften cream cheese to almost room temperature. That way it blends smoothly with the other dip ingredients.
Tip: Grate your own cheese. Pre-grated cheese contains additives and therefore does not provide the same amazing flavor as freshly grated cheese.
Tip: Be careful when you hollow out your bread loaf. Do not cut too deep or the dip will leak out during baking.

More Warm Dip Recipes

If you love this cheesy ham dip recipe, then you’ll enjoy our 7 layer dip or nacho cheese dip as well. Here are some more of our favorite dips:

More Ham Recipes

Are you looking for more delicious ham recipes? Try one of these scrumptious and easy to make recipes:

How To Store

Refrigerate: Store leftover Mississippi sin dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. We recommend removing the leftovers from the bread bowl before storage.

Freeze: Due to the high cream cheese and sour cream content, we do not recommend freezing hot ham and cheese dip leftovers. The consistency of the dip might not be very appetizing after it thaws.

How To Reheat

Reheat Mississippi sin dip leftovers in the microwave or in the oven until hot and bubbly.

Common Questions

Is it possible to make this ham and cheese dip without a bread bowl?

Sure thing! In case you don’t have a loaf of bread at hand, simply pour the dip mixture into a baking dish, casserole dish or pie plate and bake according to the instructions in the recipe.

Can I add any toppings to this great tailgate dip?

By all means!! We recommend some extra cheese, bacon crumbles or sliced green onions.

What should I serve with this hot dip in a bread bowl?

The best part about baking this amazing super bowl dip in a bread bowl is that you already have some dippers with the removed bread cubes. However, this delicious dip goes with most everything. Serve this perfect appetizer with freshly cut veggies, such as celery sticks, baby carrots, or bell peppers, for example. Cheesy ham dip also tastes great with tortilla chips, salty crackers, pita chips, pretzels or toasted French bread slices.

How can I reduce the calorie count of this hot cheese and ham dip?

How long can this crowd-pleasing dip sit out at room temperature?

Mississippi Sin Dip Recipe

Delicious and cheesy dip, packed with ham, cooked and served in a bread bowl. The perfect game day snack!

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword ham dip in a bread bowl, hot cheesy ham dip, hot dip in a bread bowl, Mississippi sin dip recipe, super bowl mississippi sin dip

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 45

Total Time 55

Servings servings

Calories 406kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

mixing bowl
cooking spoon or spatula
knife and cutting board
baking sheet

Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese softened
16 oz sour cream
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup ham diced
½ cup green onions diced
2 cups grated cheddar cheese (about 8 oz)
1 loaf French bread round

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
In a mixing bowl, stir together cream cheese, sour cream, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce until evenly combined.
Stir in ham, green onions, and cheddar cheese.
Slice the top of the loaf of French bread off parallel to the loaf.
Then scoop out as much of the bread as you can without tearing through the crust. Cut excess bread into cubes and store in an airtight container to serve with the dip.
Fill hollowed out loaf with the prepared dip.
Wrap with aluminum foil, tenting the foil loosely over the dip.
Bake for 35 minutes. Afterwards, remove the foil, top with some extra cheese, if desired, and bake for another 10 minutes to toast the top of the dip. Garnish with some sliced green onions and serve.

Notes

Tip: Soften cream cheese to almost room temperature. That way it blends smoothly with the other dip ingredients.

Tip: Grate your own cheese. Pre-grated cheese contains additives and therefore does not provide the same amazing flavor as freshly grated cheese.

Tip: Be careful when you hollow out your bread loaf. Do not cut too deep or the dip will leak out during baking.

Nutrition

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Texas Trash Dip

Andrea + Stef — Sun, 08 Jan 2023 17:08:03 +0000

If you want to add a new staple to your favorite dip recipes, then Texas trash dip is just perfect for you. You only need a few simple ingredients to make this quick and easy super bowl dip. It is the perfect blend of cream cheese, sour cream, refried beans, taco seasoning and cheese. Lots of cheese! This hot bean dip is gooey, comforting and the perfect mix of flavors. You can serve Texas trash dip at parties, on game day, Cinco de Mayo or at any Mexican inspired dinner party. Serve this best cheesy bean dip with your favorite tortilla chips, crackers or toasted white bread.

What is Texas Trash Dip?

Texas trash dip is a warm cheesy bean dip that is a game day favorite all through football season. Hot bean dip usually contains cream cheese, sour cream, refried beans, taco seasoning and all sorts of ooey gooey cheese. This crowd pleaser can be baked in the oven or cooked in a crock pot. Serve Texas trash dip with corn chips, crackers or toasted white bread.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: creamy Mexican inspired hot bean dip with lots of cheese, that tastes amazing with corn chips
Main Ingredients: cream cheese, sour cream, refried beans, taco seasoning, grated cheese
Cooking Method: oven baked, Crockpot (optional)
Cooking Time: 10 minutes prep time, 30 minutes baking time
Pairs well with: tortilla chips, tostadas, flavored corn chips, crackers, toasted white bread, pretzles
Diets: keto friendly, gluten free, vegetarian
Special Equipment Needed: large microwaveable bowl, cooking spoon or spatula, 9×13-inch baking dish, baking pan or disposable pan, OPTIONAL: slow cooker

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this cream cheese bean dip in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this cheesy bean dip recipe you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Hot Texas Trash Dip Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese (softened)
1 cup sour cream
2 (16oz) cans of refried beans
¼ cup taco seasoning mix (make your own or use one packet)
4 cups grated cheese

Optional Garnish

Fresh cilantro, sliced jalapeños, black olives or green onions

Variations and Substitutions

Taco Seasoning: Substitute store-bought taco spice with homemade Taco Seasoning Mix.

Cheese: You can use lots of different types of cheese, such as cheddar cheese, Monterrey Jack cheese or a Mexican cheese blend for this Mexican bean dip.

Refried Beans: We use store-bought refried beans for convenience, but you can also make your own Instant Pot Refried Beans.

Add Spice: In case you like to make your dip a bit spicy, add some green chiles, chopped jalapeño peppers, or red pepper flakes to your delicious dip. You can also substitute some of the shredded cheeses with Pepper Jack cheese.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love this warm cheesy dip recipe, try our Hot Pizza Dip. You’ll love it because this creamy and cheesy hot dip has everything you love in pizza. Enjoy dipping crusty bread, vegetables or crackers in this game day favorite.

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Baking Dish — We use a 9×13-inch baking dish for this easy dip recipe but you can also use a quarter sheet pan or a disposable pan for easy clean up, if you prefer.

Optional:

Crockpot — This recipe requires a slow cooker. We use a 6 qt. basic Crockpot brand slow cooker. It works wonderfully. If you’re planning to take your Crockpot to potlucks you’ll want to check out this one that has a locking lid. A slow cooker has an inner pot called the crock. Neither the crock nor the lid are oven safe on most machines. Do not put them in the oven.

Instructions

This section shows how to cook cream cheese bean dip in the oven, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the full recipe in the recipe card below.

PREPARE: Firstly preheat oven to 350ºF. Then microwave the cream cheese in a large microwavable bowl for 30 seconds-1 minute, until it is melted and can be easily stirred.

ADD INGREDIENTS: Afterwards add sour cream, refried beans, taco seasoning and 2 cups of the cheese to the softened cream cheese and stir to combine. Then spread mixture into a 9×13 casserole dish or a quarter sheet pan, and top with the remaining 2 cups cheese.

BAKE AND SERVE: Bake for 25-30 minutes in the preheated oven until the dip is hot and bubbly and the cheese is beginning to brown. Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers or toasted white bread.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love quick and easy dips then you’ll love our amazing sweet Buckeye Dip. It tastes just like a mix of buckeye candies and peanut butter frosting. Every peanut butter fan will love this amazing sweet treat.

Make Ahead

You can assemble this creamy bean dip recipe up to 1 day ahead of time. Make sure to cover tightly with cling wrap and keep in the refrigerator until ready to cook. Only bake the dip when you are ready to serve it.

Slow Cooker Texas Trash Dip

Prepare this warm bean dip as described in the recipe, then spread bean mixture at the bottom of a crockpot instead of the bottom of a baking dish. Afterwards top with cheese and cook on high for 2 hours.

Stef says….

Another party favorite of mine that combines cream cheese, beans and cheese are my Southwest Chicken Roll-ups. They are true to the region’s love of spicy food and great flavor profiles. These party-perfect appetizers don’t disappoint!

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best Texas trash warm bean dip.

Tip: Don’t skip the softening of the cream cheese. Otherwise it wont blend evenly with the other ingredients.
Tip: Grate your own cheese. Pre-grated cheese contains additives and therefore does not provide the same amazing flavor as freshly grated cheese.
Tip: Due to the high dairy content we recommend not leaving this dip out for more than 2 hours.

More Delicious Warm Dip Recipes

If you love this Texas trash dip recipe, then you’ll enjoy these other delicious warm dip recipes:

More Mexican Inspired Dip Recipes

If you love Mexican flavors as much as we do, then these easy and scrumptious dips will be perfect for your next party:

How To Store

Refrigerate: Store cheesy bean dip leftovers in an airtight container, ziploc bag, or other sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Freeze: We do not recommend freezing this creamy dip, as its consistency might not be the same after defrosting.

How To Reheat

Reheat leftover Texas trash dip in the microwave or in the oven until hot and bubbly again.

Common Questions

Can I add any toppings to this easy appetizer?

By all means!! We recommend freshly chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeños, green onions or black olives.

How long can this crowd-pleasing dip sit out at room temperature?

What dippers should I serve with this Texas trash dip recipe?

The best part about this amazing super bowl Texas trash dip recipe: it goes with almost everything. Serve this delicious appetizer with freshly cut veggies, such as celery sticks, baby carrots, or bell pepper sticks, for example. Cheesy bean dip also tastes great with tortilla chips, tostadas, salty crackers, pita chips or toasted French bread slices.

How can I reduce the calorie count of this hot cheese and bean dip?

If you are following a low calorie diet you can make this dip with low fat cream cheese and low fat sour cream. Additionally you can substitute some of the sour cream with low-fat or no-fat greek yoghurt. Moreover, you can use only one cup instead of two cups of cheese to top this delicious dip.

Texas Trash Dip Recipe

Warm and creamy dip full of beans, cheese and taco flavor. Texas trash dip is a cheesy bean dip that's perfect for tortilla chips.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American, Mexican

Diet Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Keyword bean and cheese dip, cream cheese bean dip, hot bean dip, hot texas trash dip, texas trash dip recipe

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings servings

Calories 321kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

cooking spoon or spatula
mixing bowl
9x13in casserole dish

Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese softened
1 cup sour cream
2 16 oz cans of refried beans
¼ cup taco seasoning or one packet
4 cups grated cheese cheddar, Monterrey Jack or Mexican blend

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Microwave cream cheese for 30 seconds – 1 minute until it is melted and can be easily stirred.
Mix together cream cheese, sour cream, refried beans, taco seasoning, and half of the cheese.
Spread mixture into a 9×13 casserole dish or a quarter sheet pan.
Sprinkle the remaining cheese onto the dip.
Bake for 30 minutes until dip is hot and bubbly and cheese is beginning to brown.

Notes

Tip: Don’t skip the softening of the cream cheese. Otherwise it wont blend evenly with the other ingredients.

Tip: Grate your own cheese. Pre-grated cheese contains additives and therefore does not provide the same amazing flavor as freshly grated cheese.

Tip: Due to the high dairy content we recommend not leaving this dip out for more than 2 hours.

Nutrition

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Buffalo Chicken Dip Crockpot Recipe

Andrea + Stef — Sat, 07 Jan 2023 14:39:44 +0000

Crockpot buffalo chicken dip is a great appetizer or party food, that can be served at dinner parties, family gatherings, or game days. It only uses 6 simple ingredients and can be prepared up to 2 days ahead of time. This scrumptious combination of juicy chicken, zingy ranch dressing, hot buffalo sauce and cheese is everyone’s favorite. You can even make this crowd-pleasing party snack in the oven, if you prefer. This is the best buffalo chicken dip crockpot recipe and you can serve it with chips, crackers, veggies or toasted white bread at your next party.

What is Buffalo Chicken Dip?

This game day and super bowl party staple is a creamy mixture of cream cheese, ranch dressing, shredded chicken, buffalo hot sauce, green onions and cheese. It is basically the dip version of buffalo chicken wings. Crockpot buffalo chicken dip pairs well with corn chips, crackers, toasted white bread and fresh veggie sticks.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: creamy and spicy chicken dip that can be served as an appetizer or party food, all the flavor of buffalo chicken wings without the mess

Main Ingredients: cream cheese, cheddar cheese, spicy buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, chicken breasts, green onions, blue cheese crumbles (optional)

Cooking Method: Crockpot (slow cooker)

Cooking Time: prep time 10 minutes, cook time 90 minutes

Pairs well with: tortilla chips, pita chips, toasted white bread, bell peppers, celery sticks, carrot sticks

Diets: keto friendly, gluten free

Special Equipment Needed: slow cooker, cooking spoon or spatula

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this crockpot buffalo chicken dip in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this buffalo chicken dip recipe you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese (cut into pieces)
3 cups grated cheddar cheese (divided)
¾ cup buffalo sauce
1 cup ranch dressing
3 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
½ cup chopped green onions

Optional Garnish

blue cheese crumbles, sliced green onions

Variations and Substitutions

Cheese: Substitute shredded cheddar with Monterrey Jack or mozzarella cheese, if you like. We do recommend shredding your own cheese instead of using pre-shredded cheese.

Cooked Chicken: You can use oven baked chicken breasts, meat from a rotisserie chicken or even canned chicken for this delicious dip.

Hot Sauce: Use your favorite brand of buffalo sauce, such as Frank’s or Texas Pete, for example.

Adjust Spiciness: In case you like your dip a bit more on the milder side, reduce the amount of hot sauce by a ¼ cup and add a ¼ cup more ranch dressing or sour cream. You can also add buffalo sauce by ¼ cups full until you find your right amount of spice.

Blue Cheese: You can leave out the blue cheese completely, if you prefer. A great way to dial up the blue cheese flavor is by substituting a ¼ cup of ranch with blue cheese dressing. Moreover you can add some extra blue cheese crumbs directly into the dip.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love this buffalo chicken dip crockpot recipe, try our Easy Homemade Ranch Dip Recipe. You’ll love it because this cool, creamy and zingy dip pairs perfectly with spicy chicken dip.

Andrea says….

If you are looking for a scrumptious vegetarian game day dip, try my Easy Cheesy Jalapeño Dip. Fresh jalapenos and cheese dip? That’s a winning combination! It’s like a jalapeno popper dip.

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Instructions

This section shows how to cook the best buffalo chicken dip in the slow cooker, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

COMBINE INGREDIENTS: Firstly combine cream cheese, 2 cups of cheddar cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and the chicken breast in the bowl of a quart crock pot. Then stir until blended thoroughly.

COOK: Cook on high heat for 1-2 hours, or until heated through. Afterwards stir well before topping with the remaining cheese. Put the lid back on the pot, then cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, until cheese is fully melted.

ADD CHEESE AND SERVE: Finally, garnish with blue cheese crumbles and green onions. Then serve with chips, toasted baguette, or raw vegetables.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love spicy chicken appetizers then you’ll love our Air Fryer Chipotle Chicken Wings. Bursting with flavor, these spicy chicken wings are not only a perfect appetizer but can also be served as a great weeknight meal.

Make Ahead

You can assemble this crockpot hot dip recipe up to 2 days ahead of time. Make sure to cover tightly with cling wrap and keep in the refrigerator until ready to cook.

Oven Baked Buffalo Wings Dip

You can also cook this perfect appetizer in the oven if you prefer. Blend all the dip ingredients in a mixing bowl and then transfer the dip to a shallow baking dish. Make sure to soften the cream cheese first, in order for it to blend properly with the other ingredients. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top and bake for 25-30 minutes at 375ºF. Top with blue cheese crumbles if desired and serve.

Stef says….

Buffalo chicken dip is our go-to appetizer during football season. However, if I want to mix it up a little I make these delicious and easy recipes for Buffalo Chicken Meatballs or Buffalo Chicken Fries.

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best crock pot buffalo chicken dip.

Tip: For best results use freshly cooked chicken breast.
Tip: Grate your own cheese. Pre-grated cheese contains additives and therefore does not provide the same amazing flavor as freshly grated cheese.
Tip: Taste your dip mixture before cooking, to adjust spiciness. Add more hot sauce for a spicier version, or dial down the heat by adding some sour cream, mayonnaise or more ranch dressing.

More Delicious Warm Dip Recipes

If you love this buffalo dip recipe, then you’ll enjoy our 7 layer dip or nacho cheese dip as well as these delicious homemade dip recipes:

More Crockpot Recipes

Have you tried any of our other scrumptious slow cooker recipes? They are perfect if you love easy and flavorful recipes, that require a minimum of hands-on preparation.

How To Store

Refrigerate: Store leftover dip in an airtight container, ziploc bag, or bowl covered in plastic wrap or aluminum foil in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freeze: Transfer your leftover slow cooker buffalo chicken dip to a freezer-safe container or ziploc freezer bag and then freeze for up to 3 months.

Defrosting: A great way to thaw easy crockpot buffalo chicken dip leftovers is overnight in the fridge.

How To Reheat

Reheat buffalo chicken wings dip leftovers in a microwave safe dish in the microwave or in a baking dish in the oven, until heated through and bubbly.

Common Questions

What is the best type of cooked chicken meat to use for this easy buffalo chicken dip?

As a matter of fact you can pretty much use any kind of cooked chicken. It all comes down to personal preference. We love using cooked chicken breast. Simply season boneless, skinless chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook in the oven at 400ºF for 25 minutes or until they reach 165ºF at the thickest part. Then shred or cut into small pieces. Additionally, you can use the breast meat of a rotisserie chicken or canned chicken breast is another great option.

What is the best brand of hot sauce for this crockpot buffalo chicken dip recipe?

We love using Frank’s Red Hot Wing Sauce for this cheesy dip. However, you can also try other hot wing sauces such as Texas Pete, Crystal, or Anchor Bar.

What do I serve this spicy and creamy dip with?

The best part about this amazing super bowl buffalo chicken dip: it goes with almost everything. Serve this delicious appetizer with freshly cut veggies, such as celery sticks, baby carrots, cucumber slices or bell pepper sticks, for example. There are also lots of choices when it comes to chips and crackers. This delicious blend of chicken, cheese and hot sauce tastes great with tortilla chips, tostadas, salty crackers, pita chips or toasted French bread slices.

How do I serve spicy chicken dip?

Our favorite way to serve this dip is directly in the slow cooker. If you have an outlet close to your serving table, keep the crockpot plugged in and on the warm setting. This keeps your dip warm and melty for everyone to enjoy. If not, simply leaving the dip in the warm crockpot insert should keep it warm and gooey, as well.

Buffalo Chicken Dip Crockpot Recipe

Creamy mix of cheese, chicken and hot sauce, that makes the perfect game day party snack. This buffalo chicken dip can be cooked and kept warm in a slow cooker.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American, keto

Diet Gluten Free

Keyword buffalo chicken dip in the slow cooker, crockpot buffalo chicken dip, spicy chicken dip, superbowl buffalo chicken dip recipe

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 1 30

Total Time 1 40

Servings servings

Calories 280kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

slow cooker
cooking spoon or spatula

Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese cut into pieces
3 cups cheddar cheese grated and divided
¾ cup buffalo sauce
1 cup ranch dressing
3 cups cooked chicken breast shredded
½ cup green onions chopped
blue cheese crumbles optional

Instructions

In the bowl of a crockpot, combine cream cheese, 2 cups of cheddar cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and the chicken breast.
Stir ingredients together until well blended.
Cook on high heat for 60-90 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
After a good stir, top with remaining cheddar cheese and put the lid back on the pot. Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, until cheese is fully melted.
Finally, garnish with blue cheese crumbles and green onions. Serve with chips, toasted baguette, or raw vegetables.

Notes

Serving Suggestions:

Fresh chopped vegetables: cut up carrots, bell peppers or celery
Chips: tortilla chips or pita chips
Bread: crusty bread, baguette

Tips

For best results use freshly cooked chicken breast.

Grate your own cheese. Pre-grated cheese contains additives and therefore does not provide the same amazing flavor as freshly grated cheese.

Taste your dip mixture before cooking, to adjust spiciness. Add more hot sauce for a spicier version, or dial down the heat by adding some sour cream, mayonnaise or more ranch dressing.

Nutrition

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Million Dollar Dip

Andrea + Stef — Tue, 03 Jan 2023 12:08:00 +0000

If you have been looking for a delicious and crowd-pleasing dip for your next party, then this amazing 5 ingredient million dollar dip is perfect for you. It only uses 5 simple ingredients and is ready in just 5 minutes. It is therefore also often called 5 minute dip. This yummy dip tastes great with ritz crackers, tortilla chips and pretzels. Million dollar dip can be served as an appetizer or party food. It is of course the perfect game day or super bowl snack as well. This 5 ingredient dip recipe is the absolute best and will surely be a huge hit at your next gathering.

What is Million Dollar Dip?

Million dollar dip is also often called Neiman Marcus dip, 5 minute dip or 5 ingredient dip. That is because it is so easy to make, only uses 5 ingredients and is ready in 5 minutes. Mayonnaise serves as the delicious base for this amazing dip, but can be substituted with greek yoghurt or sour cream. Its other main ingredients are cheddar cheese, green onions, almonds and bacon. This yummy dip is best served with buttery crackers, chips or pretzels.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: creamy dip packed with cheese, bacon and almonds, that tastes like a million dollars
Main Ingredients: mayonnaise, sharp cheddar cheese, green onions, slivered almonds, bacon
Cooking Method: no bake
Cooking Time: 15 minutes prep time
Pairs well with: buttery crackers, tortilla chips, celery sticks, carrot sticks, bagel chips, pita chips, salty pretzels or any of your favorite crackers
Diets: keto friendly, gluten free
Special Equipment Needed: large mixing bowl, cooking spoon or spatula

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this million dollar dip recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this 5 minute super bowl dip you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

5 Minute Dip Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise
6 oz cheddar cheese (grated)
½ cup green onions (diced)
¾ cup slivered almonds (toasted)
½ cup real bacon crumbles

Optional Garnish

grated cheddar cheese, diced green onions, toasty almonds, bacon crumbs

Variations and Substitutions

Mayonnaise: Substitute half the real mayo with greek yoghurt for a lighter version of this easy million dollar dip. Another great substitute for some of the mayonnaise is sour cream. You could even try using softened cream cheese as well.

Bacon: We recommend using freshly cooked, crumbled up bacon for this vintage recipe. However, you can substitute real bacon bits in a pinch.

Cheese: Use a combination of cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack if you prefer. We recommend grating your own cheese. Pre-grated cheese has additives and does not provide the same great flavor.

Adding Extra Flavor: You can add some extra flavor to this dip by seasoning with a small amount of garlic powder. Additionally, for a slight spicy kick, add some black pepper, cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you loved this cold super bowl dip recipe, try our Sour Cream And Onion Dip. You’ll love it because it is a simple combination of sour cream and onion soup mix. It tastes great with chips and fresh veggie sticks.

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Mixing Bowl — For best results use a clean and dry glass or porcelain bowl to mix this easy 5 minute dip recipe.

Instructions

This section shows how to make million dollar dip, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

MIX INGREDIENTS: Firstly, combine all dip ingredients in a large bowl. Then stir together with a spoon or spatula until well combined. Afterwards, transfer the finished dip to a serving dish and serve with butter crackers, chips or fresh veggies.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love the combination of cheddar, bacon and green onion then you’ll love our Perfect Oven Baked Potatoes. These amazing potatoes have a crispy golden skin and a hot, fluffy center. They are to die for topped with cheddar cheese, crumbled up bacon and sliced green onions.

Make Ahead

You can make this almond-bacon-cheese dip several hours ahead of time. Store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to use.

Stef says….

I usually use Air Fryer Bacon for this recipe, because the air fryer allows you to make crispy slices of bacon without the mess and fuss. It is fast, easy, and delicious.

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best million dollar dip recipe.

Tip: For best results, use freshly grated cheese instead of pre-grated. That way you avoid additives and just get amazing cheese flavor.
Tip: Make sure to use real cooked and crumbled bacon instead of bacon bits for this party dip.
Tip: Keep your million dollar dip in the fridge just until serving, to make sure this party favorite stays food safe.

More Bacon Recipes

In case you also think that everything tastes better with bacon, here are some of our other scrumptious recipes using real bacon:

More Delicious Dip Recipes

If you love this almond-bacon-cheese spread dip, then you’ll enjoy our 7 layer dip or nacho cheese dip as well as these delicious homemade dip recipes:

How To Store

Room Temperature: Do not leave dip out of the refrigerator for more than 1 hour. The mayonnaise will not keep.

Refrigerate: Store homemade million-dollar dip leftovers in an airtight container, ziploc bag, other covered container or small bowl covered with plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Andrea says….

This recipe requires bacon but I used to hate cooking bacon. My favorite way of cooking bacon is in the oven, because it yields Perfectly Cooked Bacon every time. Additionally it is less messy than the stovetop method. The bacon grease splatters are contained within the baking sheet pans. Alternatively, but a little precooked bacon!

Common Questions

Can I add any toppings to this easy appetizer?

By all means!! We recommend saving some grated cheese, diced green onion, toasted almonds and bacon crumbs. Then use them as toppings for this crowd-pleasing dip after it has been transferred to a serving bowl.

What are the best dippers to serve with this great dip?

Million Dollar Dip Recipe

Amazingly flavorful dip full of yummy cheese, crispy bacon and crunchy almonds.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American, keto

Diet Gluten Free

Keyword 5 minute dip recipe, almond-bacon-cheese-spread, cold super bowl dip, easy dip recipe, million dollar dip recipe

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings cups

Calories 1452kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

large mixing bowl
cooking spoon or spatula

Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise
6 oz cheddar cheese grated, about 1½ cups
½ cup green onions diced
¾ cup slivered almonds toasted
½ cup bacon crumbles

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine all dip ingredients, reserving a few of the dry ingredients to garnish the top of the dip, if you wish.
Stir together until well mixed.
Store in an airtight container until ready to use – garnish with some almonds, bacon bits, and green onions.
Serve with butter crackers such as Ritz.

Notes

- For best results, use freshly grated cheese instead of pre-grated. That way you avoid additives and just get amazing cheese flavor.

- Make sure to use real cooked and crumbled bacon instead of bacon bits for this party dip.

- Keep your million dollar dip in the fridge just until serving, to make sure this party favorite stays food safe.
- Do not leave dip out of the refrigerator for more than 1 hour. The mayonnaise will not keep.
Note: The million dollar dip is sometimes known as the Neiman Marcus dip.

Nutrition

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Easy Ground Beef Taco Casserole (Mexican Lasagna Recipe)

Andrea + Stef — Tue, 25 Oct 2022 18:38:34 +0000

This super delicious Mexican taco casserole with ground beef is incredibly easy to make and a real crowd pleaser. It only takes 15 minutes of hands-on prep time to make this easy weeknight meal. You can even prep it the day before! Mexican lasagna combines all your favorite Mexican flavors, such as taco meat, refried beans, salsa, melty cheese and sour cream. If you love Mexican food, then this layered Mexican casserole recipe with ground beef will definitely become a family favorite. It is the best Mexican taco bake recipe you have ever tasted.

What is Mexican Taco Casserole?

Mexican taco casserole or Mexican lasagna is a layered dish like a traditional lasagna but with a Mexican-inspired flare. It combines flour tortillas with layers of taco-seasoned ground beef, salsa, sour cream, and melty cheese. Baked to perfection in the oven, this mouthwatering comfort food makes a perfect dinner for busy weeknights. Everyone will love it! This is really the best Mexican lasagna recipe out there. In this Mexican casserole recipe ground beef plays a starring role. Combined with spices, salsa, and refried beans, the filling is juicy and delicious.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: easy to make taco bake that combines all your favorite Mexican flavors
Main Ingredients: ground beef, refried beans, salsa, taco seasoning, water, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, flour tortillas, tomatoes, cilantro
Cooking Method: oven baked
Nutrients: excellent source of protein with 38g per serving
Cooking Time: 15 minutes prep time, 25 minutes cooking time
Pairs well with: guacamole, salsa, pico de gallo, leafy salad
Special Equipment Needed: skillet, mixing bowls, 9×13-inch baking dish

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this Mexican lasagna recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this ultimate Mexican casserole you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Casserole Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 can refried beans
1 ½ cups salsa, divided
¼ cup taco seasoning (or 1 packet)
- ¾ cup water
1 cup sour cream
4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
6 burrito size flour tortillas

Optional Garnish

2 fresh tomatoes, diced
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
¼ cup chopped green onions
¼ cup sliced black olives

Variations and Substitutions

Ground beef: You can substitute ground chicken or ground turkey for the ground beef.

Flour tortillas: Substitute yellow corn tortillas or almond flour tortillas for the flour tortillas if preferred.

Refried beans: Make your own easy homemade refried beans in the Instant Pot. Use 2 cups of homemade beans.

Salsa: Make your own easy restaurant style salsa for this recipe. If desired, a great option is to substitute for red enchilada sauce mixed with some canned green chiles.

Cheddar cheese: Substitute some cheddar cheese for Monterey Jack cheese or Pepper Jack cheese.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you want to turn this delicious Mexican taco bake into a whole meal, serve our incredible Mexican Hot Chocolate Cupcakes for dessert. It is a really easy recipe. They are fluffy with just the right amount of spices and topped with the most amazing Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting.

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Casserole Dish — We love using this glass baking dish as it cooks food evenly, you can easily see the food while it cooks and it also looks good as a serving dish.

Instructions

This section shows how to cook this Mexican burrito casserole recipe in the oven, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

MAKE BEEF MIXTURE : Firstly, in a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef. Drain grease. Then add water and taco seasoning to the ground beef. Mix and simmer for a 2-3 minutes. Next, add refried beans and ½ cup of salsa to the cooked ground beef mixture. Stir to combine and remove from heat.

PREPARE OVEN AND OTHER TOPPINGS: In a separate medium bowl, combine 1 cup salsa with 1 cup sour cream. Stir and mix well. Then preheat the oven to 350°F and spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.

LAYER THE CASSEROLE: Firstly, lay 2 tortillas in the bottom of the baking dish. Then spread ⅔ cup sour cream mixture over tortillas, followed by ⅓ of taco beef mixture. Afterwards sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over top of beef mixture. Top with a layer of tortillas. We tear the tortillas to make sure all parts of the cheese layer are covered without the tortilla going up the side of the dish. Then, repeat sour cream, taco meat mixture and shredded cheese layers and top again with tortillas. Add a last layer of sour cream and beef mixture, and finally finish by topping the casserole with 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese.

Stef says….

I prefer to use flour tortillas in my Mexican lasagna. However, you can substitute for corn tortillas if you prefer.

BAKE AND SERVE: Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese has melted in all the layers. No need to cover with aluminum foil. Finally, remove from oven and sprinkle with cilantro and fresh diced tomatoes, if desired.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love the combination of Mexican flavors in this casserole then you’ll also love our Loaded Beef Nachos. These colorful and mouthwatering loaded nachos are an amazing game day and party snack and most likely the best homemade nachos you have ever tasted.

Great Make Ahead Meal

This amazing Mexican meal is perfect for making ahead of time. In case you are not planning on baking the casserole immediately, we recommend letting the meat mixture cool completely before assembling the dish. Afterwards finish layering the casserole completely. Then cover tightly with cling wrap or plastic foil. Store in the fridge for up to 2 days before baking. Otherwise freeze for up to a month. Whenever you are ready to bake the casserole, let it thaw in the fridge overnight. Then bake at 350ºF for about 20-30 minutes. The casserole is rather cold when it comes out of the fridge, and therefore needs a bit longer in the oven.

Andrea says….

I love to use spicy refried beans when we make this burrito casserole dish. We make our own refried beans in the Instant Pot. They’re really easy and you can adjust the spiciness.

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best Mexican casserole with ground beef.

Tip: Drain the ground beef after it is browned. This will prevent your Mexican beef casserole from being too greasy.
Tip: Tear the tortillas to make a mostly single layer of tortillas. If your tortilla layer is too thick it will be chewy.
Tip: Make sure the liquid layers cover the tortillas completely or they will get crispy.
Tip: Don’t skimp on the cheese!

What To Serve With Mexican Ground Beef Casserole

We love to eat Mexican taco casserole with ground beef all by itself. However, sometimes you need to serve it as a meal. Try one of these delicious recipes:

Sides: Mexican rice, cilantro lime rice or Instant Pot black beans would be great side dishes to serve with taco casserole.

Salad: Pair this easy Mexican casserole recipe with a fresh salad. A green salad like our easy Italian salad or Stef’s delicious Taco Salad Shells.

Sauces: Traditionally, Mexican lasagna is served with guacamole, restaurant style salsa or pico de gallo. It would taste great with mango habanero salsa as well.

More Mexican Inspired Recipes

If you also love Mexican cuisine as much as we do then you have to try some spicy Sausage Rotel Dip and chips or these crowd pleasing recipes:

How To Store

Refrigerate: Let the Mexican taco casserole with ground beef cool completely before transferring into an airtight container or ziploc bag. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freeze: Taco lasagna leftovers can be frozen in a freezer safe container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. Cut the taco bake into individual servings before freezing, for easy portion control when defrosting.

Defrosting: Thaw in the fridge overnight.

How To Reheat

You can reheat Mexican burrito casserole in the microwave, air fryer or oven.

Common Questions

Is it possible to use homemade refried beans and salsa for this recipe?

While we used store bought beans and salsa for convenience, you can of course use homemade refried beans and restaurant style salsa as well.

Can this casserole be baked in a disposable casserole pan?

Of course. Especially when you are making this dish for a party or potluck, we recommend baking it in a disposable aluminum casserole pan. That way you don’t have to worry about your dish breaking or being returned afterwards. It turns out just as delicious.

Can I add vegetables to Mexican layered casserole?

Yes, you can. You can easily stir fry a veggie blend of chopped bell peppers, diced white or red onion, sweet corn and even cut up zucchini. Then add a layer of the vegetable blend on top of the ground meat mixture before topping it with the shredded cheese. Additionally you can also add some whole beans such as black beans, pinto beans or kidney beans. Finally you can sprinkle the baked dish with sliced black olives alongside the fresh tomatoes and cilantro.

Easy Layered Ground Beef Mexican Taco Casserole Recipe

Everything you love about tacos in a quick and easy Mexican lasagna with ground beef that feeds the whole family. This easy weeknight dinner gets rave reviews.

Course Main Dish

Cuisine American, Mexican

Keyword burrito casserole recipe, ground beef layered Mexican casserole recipe, layered Mexican casserole, Mexican lasagna recipe, taco casserole

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings servings

Calories 563kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

large skillet
9×13-inch casserole dish
mixing bowls

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 can refried beans
1½ cups salsa divided
¼ cup taco seasoning
¾ cup water
1 cup sour cream
4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
6 burrito size flour tortillas

Optional Garnish:

2 fresh tomatoes diced
¼ cup cilantro chopped

Instructions

In a large skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef. Drain grease.
Add water and taco seasoning to the ground beef. Mix and simmer for a 2-3 minutes.
Add refried beans and ½ cup of salsa to the taco beef mixture. Stir to combine. Remove from heat.
In a separate medium bowl, combine 1 cup salsa with 1 cup sour cream. Stir and mix well.
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Then spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
Lay 2 tortillas in the bottom of the baking dish.
Spread ⅔ cup sour cream mixture over tortillas.
Spread ⅓ of taco beef mixture over sour cream layer.
Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese over top of beef mixture.
Layer with 2 more large tortillas. We tear the tortillas to make sure all parts of the cheese layer are covered without the tortilla going up the side of the dish.
Repeat sour cream, taco beef mixture and shredded cheese layers.
Layer with 2 more tortillas.
Repeat sour cream and taco beef mixture.
Top with 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted in all the layers. Remove from oven.
Optional: sprinkle with cilantro and fresh diced tomatoes.

Notes

Tips:

Drain the ground beef after it is browned. This will prevent your Mexican beef casserole from being too greasy.
Tear the tortillas to make a mostly single layer of tortillas. If your tortilla layer is too thick it will be chewy.
Make sure the liquid layers cover the tortillas completely or they will get crispy.
Don’t skimp on the cheese!

Nutrition

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