This Meaty Texas Trash Dip is a bold, cheesy, and savory dip that’s perfect for game day, parties, or any gathering! Packed with ground beef or sausage, cream cheese, sour cream, and a blend of cheeses, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to make and impossible to resist. Here’s how to make it:
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef or ground sausage
2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1 cup mayonnaise
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Pepper Jack cheese
1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
½ cup diced green onions
½ cup diced jalapeños (optional, for extra heat)
1 packet taco seasoning
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
Tortilla chips or crackers (for dipping)
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook the Meat:
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or sausage until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
3. Mix the Dip:
In a large bowl, blend the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
Stir in the cheddar cheese, Pepper Jack cheese, Rotel, green onions, and jalapeños (if using).
Season with taco seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Fold in the cooked ground beef or sausage.
4. Bake:
Transfer the mixture to a 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top.
5. Serve:
Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or veggie sticks for dipping.
This Meaty Texas Trash Dip is a cheesy, savory, and crowd-pleasing dish that’s perfect for any occasion. It’s loaded with flavor and guaranteed to be a hit at your next gathering! Yee-haw!