Super Nachos Dip (Printer-friendly)
Savory, cheesy Tex-Mex style dip with ground beef, beans, and melted cheeses.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1/2 lb ground beef
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
05 - 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
06 - 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
07 - 1 can (4.5 oz) diced green chilies, drained
→ Dairy
08 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
09 - 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
10 - 1/2 cup sour cream
11 - 1/4 cup milk
→ Pantry & Spices
12 - 2 tsp chili powder
13 - 1 tsp ground cumin
14 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
15 - Salt and pepper, to taste
16 - Tortilla chips, for serving
→ Garnishes
17 - Sliced green onions
18 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
19 - Additional jalapeño slices
# How to Prepare:
01 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until no longer pink, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5 minutes. Drain off any excess fat.
02 - Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced jalapeño to the skillet. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
03 - Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to toast and bloom the spices.
04 - Mix in the drained diced tomatoes, diced green chilies, and black beans. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until everything is heated through and well combined.
05 - Reduce heat to low. Pour in the milk, then add the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Stir continuously until the cheeses are fully melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
06 - Remove the skillet from heat and fold in the sour cream, stirring gently until evenly incorporated for extra richness and creaminess.
07 - Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Top with sliced green onions, chopped fresh cilantro, and additional jalapeño slices as desired. Serve hot with tortilla chips.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- This dip brings restaurant quality Tex Mex flavors right to your living room without the fuss of individual nachos
- Everything cooks in one skillet meaning less cleanup and more time with your friends
02 -
- Always add the dairy at the very end after turning off the heat to prevent the sauce from breaking
- If the dip becomes too thick while sitting thin it with a splash of warm milk rather than water
03 -
- Grate your own cheese because pre shredded cheese contains anti caking agents that prevent smooth melting
- Let the beef mixture cool slightly before adding the cheese to keep the texture silky rather than oily