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The Ultimate Creamy & Cheesy Texas Trash Dip (Easy Game Day Appetizer)

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Make this hot, layered Texas Trash Dip for your next gathering. It combines refried beans, cream cheese, taco seasoning, and plenty of gooey cheese for a simple, crowd-pleasing Tex-Mex appetizer perfect for game days or potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (16 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning mix
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup salsa, drained
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles, drained
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • 1/4 cup sliced pickled jalapeños (optional)
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish or a similar sized oven-safe skillet.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and the refried beans. Mix them together until they are mostly smooth.
  3. Stir in the taco seasoning mix until it is evenly distributed throughout the bean and cream cheese base.
  4. Spread this mixture evenly into the bottom of your prepared baking dish. This forms your first layer.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix the sour cream, drained salsa, and drained diced green chiles. Spread this mixture over the bean layer.
  6. Top the sour cream layer evenly with the shredded Monterey Jack cheese, Cheddar cheese, and Mexican blend cheese.
  7. If you are using them, sprinkle the sliced pickled jalapeños over the top layer of cheese.
  8. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the dip is heated through and the cheese is completely melted and bubbly.
  9. Remove the dip from the oven. Sprinkle with sliced green onions before serving hot with tortilla chips or sturdy crackers.

Notes

  • For a Meaty Texas Trash Dip variation, brown 1 pound of ground beef with half a packet of taco seasoning. Drain off any grease. Spread the cooked meat evenly over the refried bean layer before adding the sour cream mixture.
  • If you prefer a slower, more even melt, you can assemble the dip in a slow cooker on low for 2 hours, topping with cheese for the last 15 minutes.
  • Serve this hot, cheesy dip immediately for the best texture.

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