Bean Dip Recipe with Refried Beans
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Bean Dip Recipe with Refried Beans
Description
The Bean Dip Recipe with Refried Beans uses canned refried beans and picante sauce as a base, layered with shredded pepper jack and cheddar cheeses, softened cream cheese, and sour cream to create a creamy and flavorful dip. Finely chopped jalapeño and spices such as chili powder and ground cumin add spice and complexity. The mixture is blended thoroughly and baked until heated through and bubbling.
The combination of cheeses melts into the beans, contributing richness, while the jalapeño adds a touch of heat that complements the other flavors. Green onions sprinkled on top brighten the dish just before serving, providing fresh flavor and color contrast.
This dip is served warm as a snack or appetizer alongside tortilla chips, making it suitable for casual gatherings or game-day parties.
Additional notes suggest stirring the dip if a crust forms during standing, and cooking in a slow cooker is an alternative, enabling low and slow warming. The recipe adapts well to different kitchen equipment and keeps well for reheating.
Ingredients
- 1 (16-ounce) can refried beans
- 1 cup picante sauce
- 1 cup pepper jack cheese 4 ounces, shredded
- 1 cup cheddar cheese 4 ounces, shredded
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 jalapeño stems and seeds removed, finely diced
- 1 Tablespoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin ground
- 2 green onions chopped, for garnish
- tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Combine all of the ingredients except for the green onions in a large bowl. Mix with a hand mixer until combine, then pour into a large skillet or square baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until hot and bubbly. Stir, then sprinkle with the green onions, if desired, and serve with tortilla chips.
Notes
- If a crust forms on the top when the dip cools, stir well to reincorporate before serving.
- To prepare in a slow cooker, combine all ingredients except green onions and cook on LOW for 4 hours or HIGH for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- This bean dip pairs well with tortilla chips as a warm appetizer or snack.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 10Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 201 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 201kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 43mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 639mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 161mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 899IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 224mg | 22% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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