Sunday Funday Taco Dip Recipe
A delicious and easy-to-make layered taco dip featuring seasoned ground beef, creamy cream cheese, salsa, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for parties or casual Sunday gatherings, served warm with crispy tortilla chips.
- Author: Rita
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Beef
- 2 oz Taco Seasoning Packets (2 packets total)
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, room temperature
- ½ cup Salsa, medium or mild
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese, hand shredded
- Parsley for garnish (optional)
- Tortilla Chips
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the dip until bubbly and golden.
- Cook Ground Beef: In a skillet, cook the ground beef following the directions on the taco seasoning packets. Use both packets for an extra flavorful result. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Spread Cream Cheese: Evenly spread the softened cream cheese on the bottom of an oven-safe baking dish, creating the base layer.
- Add Salsa Layer: Spoon and spread the salsa evenly over the cream cheese, adding a fresh and tangy layer.
- Add Seasoned Beef: Spread the cooked and seasoned ground beef evenly over the salsa layer for a hearty textured layer.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the beef layer, distributing it evenly.
- Bake Dip: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the edges of the dip are hot and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with parsley if desired. Serve warm with tortilla chips for dipping and enjoy your Sunday Funday Dip.
Notes
- Use medium or mild salsa based on your preferred spice level.
- For easier spreading, ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature.
- Drain excess fat from cooked ground beef to avoid greasy dip.
- Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor; reheated dip may lose some creaminess.
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