Description
This Easy Beef Queso Dip combines taco-seasoned ground beef with creamy, melted processed cheese and zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies for a rich, flavorful appetizer perfect for parties, game days, or casual snacking.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 16 oz processed cheese (such as Velveeta), cubed
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup milk (optional, for thinning)
- 1/2 cup diced onion (optional, for extra flavor)
- 1–2 tbsp diced jalapeños or green chilies (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and a splash of water. Simmer for a few minutes until the beef is fully coated and the seasoning is absorbed.
- In a large saucepan or slow cooker, combine cubed processed cheese and diced tomatoes with green chilies.
- Heat over low, stirring occasionally, until the cheese is melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked beef to the cheese mixture and stir to combine.
- If the dip is too thick, stir in a splash of milk to adjust the consistency.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips, veggies, or over nachos.
Notes
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicier version.
- For a creamier dip, mix in cream cheese or sour cream.
- Omit beef and add black beans for a vegetarian option.
- Mix in other cheeses like pepper jack or cheddar for added flavor.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat with a splash of milk to maintain creaminess.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
