Name: Meaty Texas Trash Dip Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef; 1 medium onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 (8 oz) package of cream cheese, softened; 1 cup sour cream; 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained; 1 (15 oz) can refried beans; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded; 1/2 cup green onions, chopped for garnish; Tortilla chips, for serving

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Introduction

Meaty Texas Trash Dip is a hearty and flavorful party favorite that’s perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in. This warm, cheesy dip packs a punch with seasoned ground beef, creamy cheese, and a spicy kick. Serve it with tortilla chips and watch it disappear fast!

A white round dish filled with three main layers: a bottom layer of melted cheddar cheese and browned ground beef mixed evenly, a middle layer of gooey melted cheese stretching as a woman's hand lifts a yellow tortilla chip with a scoop of beef and cheese, and a top layer sprinkled with chopped green onions, diced red tomatoes, and dollops of white sour cream. Several whole yellow tortilla chips are arranged around the side of the dish. The dish sits on a wooden table with a blurred background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
1 (15 oz) can refried beans
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Tortilla chips, for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking dish for the dip.
Step 2: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef together with the diced onion and minced garlic until the beef is browned and the onion is soft. Drain any excess grease from the pan.
Step 3: Reduce the heat to low, then add the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Stir gently until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Step 4: Stir in the drained diced tomatoes with green chilies, refried beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Step 5: Transfer the mixture to your prepared baking dish and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
Step 6: Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and starting to turn golden.
Step 7: Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve hot with tortilla chips for dipping.

Tips & Variations

For extra heat, add a diced jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mix.
You can swap refried beans for black beans if you prefer a chunkier texture.
Try mixing in some corn kernels for added sweetness and color.
Use pepper jack cheese instead of cheddar for a spicier version.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven until warmed through. To prevent drying, cover the dip with foil when reheating in the oven.

How to Serve

A brown bowl filled with creamy chili as the first layer, speckled with browned ground beef and melted orange cheddar cheese mixed in, then topped with a small dollop of white sour cream in the center, sprinkled with bright green chopped chives and small red tomato pieces; around the edge, large golden-yellow tortilla chips stand upright in a circle. The bowl is placed on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make Texas Trash Dip ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the meat and bean mixture in advance and refrigerate it. When ready, transfer to a baking dish, top with cheese, and bake as directed.

Is this dip suitable for freezing?

While you can freeze the dip, the texture of the beans and cream cheese might change slightly. For best results, freeze the mixture before baking and thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking.