Bean and Cheese Dip
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Bean and Cheese Dip
Description
The dip starts by whipping together canned refried beans, softened cream cheese, sour cream, taco seasoning, and hot sauce to create a creamy, flavorful base. Part of the cheese blend is stirred into this mix, and then it is poured into a baking dish. Baking melts the mixture thoroughly, resulting in a warm, gooey consistency.
Once baked, the dip is topped with the reserved cheese, fresh cilantro, and optional toppings such as avocado, green onions, salsa, or additional sour cream to enhance its flavor and texture. The base balancing mild creaminess with a gentle kick from hot sauce and taco seasoning creates a rich dip.
This dip serves well warm with tortilla chips for parties or casual snacking. The combination of beans and cheese makes it hearty, while optional add-ins can customize the spice level and texture to taste.
Ingredients
- 16 ounce can refried beans
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 Tablespoons taco seasoning (may add only 1 1/2 Tablespoons)
- 2 Tablespoons hot sauce
- 2 1/2 cups Mexican cheese blend
Topping Ideas:
- cilantro includes guacamole and pico de gallo
- avocado
- green onion
- sour cream
- salsa
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a bowl, whip together refried beans, softened cream cheese, sour cream, taco seasoning, and hot sauce. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of Mexican cheese, reserving 1 cup for the topping.
- Pour into an 8-inch baking dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes until hot and bubbly.
- Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and top with toppings of choice.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips.
Notes
- Use full-fat sour cream and softened full-fat cream cheese for creaminess and ease of mixing.
- Choose your favorite taco seasoning blend, or adjust the amount to control spice intensity.
- Varied hot sauces such as Cholula or Tapatio can be used to customize heat and flavor.
- Canned refried beans work well; Rosarito Spicy Jalapeno is a favored brand for balanced spice.
- Fresh cilantro adds brightness and freshness when sprinkled on top before serving.
- Optional toppings include chopped green chilies, green onions, jalapenos, salsa, avocado, or pico de gallo to enhance flavor and texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 234 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 234kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 53mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 760mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 79mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 574IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 283mg | 28% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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