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How To Make Perfect Cast Iron Skillet Burgers

Andrea + Stef — Fri, 10 Mar 2023 19:14:35 +0000

If you have been craving a juicy and flavorful hamburger, then these easy, homemade cast iron skillet burgers are perfect for you! Even though you might think a grill or an open flame is the perfect way to cook a burger, this cast iron skillet recipe actually produces the best burgers you have ever tasted. They are perfectly seasoned, tender, juicy and done in only 15 minutes. With our scrumptious special sauce made from scratch and all your favorite burger toppings these cast iron skillet cheeseburgers are simply out of this world good!

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: Amazingly juicy and tender burgers made from scratch that cook up in a hot skillet in only 15 minutes. These tasty burgers are the absolute best!
Main Ingredients: cooking oil, ground beef, spices, hamburger buns, slices of cheese, tomatoes, lettuce, onion, pickles, special sauce (mayonnaise, mustard, dill pickles, pickle juice, sugar, white wine vinegar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder)or other condiments of choice
Cooking Method: stovetop
Cooking Time: 5 minutes prep time, 10 minutes cooking time
Pairs well with: French fries, potato wedges, crunchy salad, pasta salad, potato salad
Special Equipment Needed: large bowl, cast-iron skillet, cooking spatula, meat thermometer, small mixing bowl, cooking spoon or whisk

Ingredients

You may have all of these simple ingredients for this cast iron burgers 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 burgers recipe you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Cast Iron Skillet Burgers Ingredients

1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil
1 lb ground beef (85%lean/15%fat)

Hamburger Seasoning Ingredients

1 teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon paprika

Special Sauce Ingredients

¾ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
2 tablespoon dill pickles (finely chopped)
2 teaspoon pickle juice
2 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon white wine vinegar
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder

Optional Toppings

4 brioche burger buns (toasted)
4 cheese slices
tomato slices
lettuce
onion slices
pickle slices
special sauce or other condiments of choice

Variations and Substitutions

Oil: You can use vegetable oil, avocado oil or grapeseed oil to fry up your delicious burgers. As a matter of fact you can even use olive oil for searing in a pinch.

Meat: We recommend using ground chuck for this easy recipe. Additionally, you can substitute other ground meat, such as ground turkey or chicken for the ground beef.

Cheese: Feel free to use any cheese you like, such as cheddar cheese or American Cheese, for example. Moreover, Swiss cheese or Pepper Jack cheese would be other great options.

Hamburger Buns: Substitute brioche buns with sesame seed, potato, pretzel, or ciabatta buns, for example. Additionally you can skip the buns altogether, and sandwich your burgers and toppings between lettuce leaves for a more keto friendly meal.

How To Make Gluten Free

Use a gluten free burger bun for this good burger in order to make this meal gluten free. The hamburger patties are already naturally gluten free.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love these perfect burgers, try them with a side of Cheesy Hasselback Potatoes. You’ll love them because they are full of thin, tender potato slices roasted to a golden crisp and stuffed with melty cheddar cheese.

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Cast Iron Pan — When cooking a burger patty on the stovetop, using a cast-iron skillet is the best way to get a juicy and perfect burger. However, you can also use any other frying pan or even a non-stick pan in a pinch.

Optional Alternative Ways To Cook A Burger:

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.

Grill — An indoor or outdoor grill is needed for this recipe. We love our indoor Zojirushi grill for cooking inside.

Instructions

This section shows how to cook cast iron burgers on the stovetop, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For printable detailed instructions and nutritional information see the recipe card below.

Step 1: Firstly, combine 1 pound of ground hamburger and hamburger seasoning in a large bowl. Then, gently mix together with your hands.

Step 2: Afterwards, divide the meat mixture into 4 equal parts. You can use a kitchen scale to divide the beef mixture perfectly equal.

Step 3: Then roll each piece into a ball and flatten with your hands into a patty. As patties will shrink in size when they cook, make them a bit bigger than the buns. Afterwards, heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. When the skillet is hot, add a little oil to the pan. Then use a spatula to spread the oil evenly around the surface area of the pan.

Step 4: Add each hamburger patty to the preheated skillet. In case your pan is not large enough cook them in batches. Cook over medium heat for 4 minutes on the first side, until the underside of the hamburger is beginning to become a nice golden brown.

Step 5: Afterwards, flip the hamburger patties and place a slice of cheese in the center of each patty. Cheese will melt as the burger cooks. Cook for about 3-4 minutes more on the second side, until the patty has a nice sear on the bottom.

Step 6: When the cheese is melted and the hamburger patty is cooked to desired doneness, remove from the hot pan.

Step 7: For the special sauce, combine mayonnaise, yellow mustard, chopped pickles, pickle juice, white wine vinegar, paprika, garlic powder and onion powder in a small bowl. Then stir until well combined. Afterwards add the desired amount of sauce to the bottom bun.

Step 8: Then place the perfect cooked hamburgers on the toasted buns.

Step 9: Add sliced tomatoes, sliced onions, sliced pickles, lettuce and all your other favorite toppings. Try some bacon or sautéd mushrooms as well.

Step 10: Finally serve these amazing burgers with your favorite side dish and enjoy!

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love this easy to make burger recipe then you’ll love our Easy Baked Cheesy Meatball Sub Sandwich. This meatball sub recipe combines crispy French bread with juicy meatballs and melty mozzarella and parmesan cheese.

Make Ahead

You can prepare the burger patties up to 12 hours ahead of time. You can stack them with parchment paper pieces between each patty for easier storage. Make sure to store them in the refrigerator until ready to cook. Additionally you can freeze them until ready to use.

Other Cooking Methods For Burgers

Besides cooking burgers on a traditional grill, the air fryer is another great way to make delicious burgers. Air Fried Burgers come out tender and juicy with just the right amount of crispy bits on the outside.

Stef says….

For a fun twist on a traditional burger, try my delicious Big Mac Salad. It has all of the flavors of a Big Mac but uses simple ingredients that are healthy and even suitable for a low carb diet.

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best cast iron skillet burgers.

Tip: Use ground chuck with either 80/20 or 85/15 mixing ratio for your hamburger patties.
Tip: Do not overcook your meat. Otherwise it will turn out very dry.
Tip: Only assemble the burgers when you are ready to eat them, therefore avoiding soggy hamburger buns.

Serving Suggestions

We love to eat cast iron skillet burgers all by themselves. But sometimes you need to serve it as a meal. Try one of these delicious recipes:

Potatoes: Serve juicy burgers with crispy Fries, Potato Wedges, Tater Tots, Hassleback Potatoes, Baked Sweet Potatoes or classic Baked Potatoes.

Salad: Pair homemade cheeseburgers with a fresh salad. A green salad like our Easy Italian Salad or Tortellini Pasta Salad. Or even a Greek Salad with olives, cucumbers and feta or an Artichoke Rice Salad.

Other Sides: Yummy burgers would also taste great with Air Fryer Pasta Chips, or Air Fryer Zucchini Fries.

More Hot Sandwich Recipes

Warm sandwiches make great lunches, dinners or party snacks. If you like burgers, you will also love our other scrumptious slider and sandwich recipes:

Andrea says….

I love adding some crispy bacon to this delicious burger recipe. My favorite way to cook bacon is this easy recipe for Oven Baked Bacon. It comes out perfectly cooked every time without any of the greasy splatter.

How To Store

Refrigerate: Store leftover burger patties in an airtight container, ziploc bag or tightly wrapped in aluminum foil or plastic wrap in the fridge for 1-2 days. We do, however, not recommend storing assembled burger leftovers, because the toppings will loose their texture and the burger buns will get soggy.

Freeze: We recommend freezing uncooked burger patties in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. For easy removal, place a small sheet of parchment paper between each patty before freezing.

Defrosting: Thaw frozen burger patties in the refrigerator for a couple of hours or overnight. Alternatively you can cook them from frozen as well.

How To Reheat

Reheat cooked burger patties in the microwave or in the air fryer.

Common Questions

What is the best meat to use for hamburger patties?

For the best, beefy, and juicy burgers we recommend using ground chuck. Ground chuck usually provides the perfect lean meat/fat ratio at about 80-85 % lean meat and 15-20 % fat. The higher fat content is necessary to keep your burger flavorful and juicy. Even though, lean ground beef might sound like a better and healthier choice on paper, it unfortunately makes dry burgers that are no fun to eat.

Is it better to use fresh or frozen hamburger patties?

There is actually not a big difference in quality or taste between frozen and fresh hamburger patties. While fresh hamburger patties do provide a slightly richer taste, they have a very short shelf life. Fresh patties are the better choice if you want to follow a specific hamburger patty recipe and if you are planning on cooking them within a day or two. Frozen hamburger patties, on the other hand, are a lot more convenient and still provide great taste. You can safely store them in the freezer for up to 6 months without losing any flavor. Moreover, frozen patties cook up quick and easy without defrosting, which makes them a great choice for a last minute meal.

What internal temperature should my burger have when it’s done?

The internal temperature of a great burger depends on the degree of doneness you prefer. According to the FDA a well done burger should be between 160 and 165 degrees. In case you prefer your burger medium-well it should have an internal temperature of 150-155 ºF. Medium-rare burgers should be between 130 and 135 degrees.

What are tasty hamburger toppings?

Cast iron skillet cheeseburgers are a great meal, because they are super easy to personalize. Popular burger toppings include cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, pickles, caramelized onions, hamburger sauce, ketchup, mustard or mayonnaise.

How To Make Perfect Cast Iron Skillet Burgers

There is no need to heat up a grill for these juicy and delicious cast iron skillet burgers. They cook to perfection on the stovetop in only 15 minutes and can be garnished with all your favorite burger toppings! They are so much better than take-out!

Course Main Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword cast iron burger, cast iron skillet cheeseburger, homemade burger, how to cook a cheeseburger indoors, juicy burger

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings burgers

Calories 814kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

mixing bowls
cast iron skillet
kitchen spatula
cooking spoon or whisk

Ingredients

Burger Patty Ingredients:

1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil vegetable, avocado or grapeseed oil
1 lb ground beef 85% lean/15% fat

Hamburger Seasoning Ingredients:

1 teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon paprika

Special Sauce Ingredients:

¾ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
2 tablespoon dill pickles finely chopped
2 teaspoon pickle juice
2 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon white wine vinegar
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder

Toppings:

4 brioche burger buns toasted
4 cheese slices optional
4 tomato slices optional
lettuce optional
sliced onion optional
sliced pickles optional
special sauce or desired condiments

Instructions

Special Sauce Instructions:

In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, yellow mustard, chopped pickles, pickle juice, white wine vinegar, paprika, garlic powder and onion powder. Stir until well combined. Set aside until ready to use.

Burger Instructions:

In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground hamburger and hamburger seasoning. Gently mix together with your hands.
Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal parts. Then roll each piece into a ball and flatten with your hands into a patty. Patties will shrink in size when they cook, so make sure you make them a bit bigger than the burger buns.
Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat. When the skillet is hot, add 1 tablespoon of oil to the pan. Use a spatula to spread the oil evenly around the pan.
Add each hamburger patty to the pan. If your pan is not large enough you might have to cook them in batches.
Cook for 4 minutes on the first side, until the underside of the hamburger is beginning to become a nice golden brown.
Flip the hamburger patties and place a piece of cheese on top. Cheese will melt as the patty cooks.
Cook for about 4 more minutes, until the patty is golden brown on the bottom.
When cheese is melted and hamburger patty is cooked to desired doneness, remove from the skillet.
Place the hamburger patty on a toasted bun.
Add special sauce, sliced tomatoes, sliced onions, sliced pickles, lettuce and any other favorite toppings. Enjoy!

Nutrition

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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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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.

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

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?

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.

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.

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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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?

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.

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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Homemade Onion Soup Mix Recipe (Copycat Lipton Onion Soup Mix)

Andrea + Stef — Sat, 17 Dec 2022 16:33:28 +0000

This homemade onion soup mix recipe comes together in just 5 minutes and only uses a few simple ingredients. It is flavorful and versatile, and can be used to make soup, dip, meatloaf or as the secret ingredient in many other family favorite dinners. This homemade pantry staple tastes so much better than store-bought packets of lipton soup mix, and the best thing, it doesn’t contain any unwanted additives. Therefore, no matter if you are using this spice blend as instant soup mix or dip mix, it will turn every dish into a delicious crowd-pleaser.

What is Onion Soup Mix?

This beefy onion mix for soup and dips consist of only a few household staples, such as onion flakes, beef bouillon granules, onion powder, paprika, garlic powder, pepper and celery seed. It can be used to make delicious onion soup or mixed with a container of sour cream for amazing French onion dip.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: flavorful and versatile beefy onion soup mix that makes delicious soup, dip and more
Main Ingredients: onion flakes, powdered beef bouillon granules, onion powder, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, celery seed
Cooking Method: no bake
Cooking Time: 5 minutes prep time
Pairs well with: crusty white bread, cheesy bread, salad
Diets: keto friendly, gluten free (if used beef bouillon is gluten free)
Special Equipment Needed: small bowl, small whisk

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this homemade onion soup mix 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 onion soup mix replacement recipe you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Onion Soup Mix Ingredients

¼ cup onion flakes
2 tablespoon powdered beef bouillon granules
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon celery seed

Variations and Substitutions

Onion Flakes: Their size may vary depending on the brand you are using, but all of them work great. Alternatively, they are sometimes called dehydrated onion.

Beef Bouillon: The color of your bouillon granules will determine the color of your soup. If your bouillon is lighter or yellower your soup will be lighter as well. It will still taste delicious! You can also substitute chicken bouillon granules in a pinch.

Herbs: In case you like to add some herbs to your soup mix, we recommend dried parsley. Moreover, you can add some dried chives, which will enhance the onion flavor.

Thicken: In case you like your soup slightly thickened, add 1 teaspoon of corn starch to your mix.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you loved this homemade onion soup mix recipe, try using it for our amazing Sour Cream And Onion Dip. You’ll love it because it only uses 2 ingredients and tastes great with vegetables and chips.

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Mixing Bowl — For best results use a clean and dry glass or porcelain bowl to mix your own homemade onion soup seasoning mix.

Instructions

This section shows how to make this homemade onion soup mix recipe, 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 SPICE: Firstly, add all the spices to a dry glass mixing bowl and then whisk until blended. Afterwards use directly in a recipe or store in an airtight container or spice jar until ready to use.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love rich French onion flavor then you’ll love Stef’s French Onion Chicken Skillet. It is a delicious one-pan meal consisting of juicy chicken breasts nestled in rich and thick onion gravy, topped with melted cheese!

Stef says….

Another amazing soup that tastes so much better homemade is Tomato Soup. It is so easy to make with bold flavors that stand up to any grilled cheese.

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best substitute for onion soup mix.

Tip: Make sure your spices are fresh. Older spices often lose their flavor. In case your spices are discolored or have lost their aroma, toss them and buy new ones.
Tip: Measure amounts carefully to create the perfect combination of flavors.
Tip: Store replacement for onion soup mix in a dry, airtight container, so it stays fresh for a long time.

What To Serve With French Onion Soup

Bread: Serve this scrumptious soup with crusty bread or soft dinner rolls. Our Garlic Bread is made with fresh parmesan cheese and store-bought french bread. If you have extra time make Pizza Dough Garlic Knots.

Traditionally onion soup is served with cheesy bread. Have you tired our Air Fryer 3 Cheese Bombs or Cheesy Cauliflower Breadsticks?

Salad: Pair homemade onion soup with a fresh salad. A green salad like our amazing Italian Salad or Strawberry Avocado Salad. Or even a Caprese Salad with tomatoes, mozzarella and basil.

More Homemade Spice Blend Recipes

It is surprisingly easy to make the most delicious homemade spice blends with pantry staples that you probably already have at home. They are so much better than store-bought versions. Here are some of our favorite seasoning blends:

How To Store

Room Temperature: In case you are not using your substitute for onion soup mix right away, store your own spice blend in an air-tight container, ziploc bag, small mason jar, glass jar or other tightly sealed container until ready to use. We recommend keeping your own onion soup mix in a dry place such as a spice rack or a dark place such as a spice cabinet or spice drawer. If the spices you used for this recipe were fresh, the beefy onion dry soup mix will last for up to 6 months.

Andrea says….

There is nothing better than a steaming bowl of this yummy French onion soup with a side of Cheesy Garlic Rolls with Bacon.

Common Questions

How do I store spices to keep them fresh longer?

We recommend storing common spices as well as diy blends in an airtight container in a dry, dark spot like a spice cabinet. It is important to protect spices from direct sunlight, to prevent discoloration.

Is homemade dry onion soup mix gluten free?

It can be! As a matter of fact, that depends on the beef bouillon granules you are using. If the powdered beef broth you are using is gluten free, then the finished dry soup mix will be gluten free as well.

Why is homemade substitute French onion soup mix better than a store-bought packet of onion soup mix?

Mixing your own onion soup mix substitute gives you the opportunity to know exactly what is in your spice blend. With this diy version you can control the salt content, make sure there are no unwanted additives or gluten. A store-bought packet of lipton onion soup mix on the other hand contains a number of unwanted addititves, such as caramel color, yeast extract, soy sauce, high oleic sunflower oil, corn syrup, disodium guanylate or disodium inosinate, for example.

How do I make French onion soup with this substitute for onion soup mix?

Simply add a batch of this easy recipe to a medium saucepan, then add 4 cups of water, bring to a boil and let simmer for about 10 minutes.

Can I use this lipton soup mix substitute for other recipes besides classic French onion soup?

Of course. You can make all your favorite recipes that call for an envelope of dry onion soup mix with this homemade seasoning blend. Simply replace a packet of soup mix with one batch of homemade beefy onion soup mix to make meatloaf, rice pilaf and other great recipes.

Homemade Onion Soup Mix Recipe

Amazing onion soup mix without too much salt, additives or gluten. Great to make soup and dip.

Course Appetizer, recipe staple, soup

Cuisine American, keto

Diet Gluten Free

Keyword beefy onion soup mix recipe, copycat lipton onion soup mix recipe, homemade onion soup mix, how to make lipton onion soup mix, substitute for onion soup mix

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Calories 80kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

small mixing bowl
whisk

Ingredients

¼ cup onion flakes
2 tablespoon powdered beef bouillon granules
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ tsp black pepper
½ teaspoon celery seed

Instructions

In a small bowl, combine ingredients.
Whisk to mix thoroughly. Store in an airtight container in a cool dry place for up to 6 months.

Nutrition

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