Smoked Layered Taco Dip
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Smoked Layered Taco Dip
Description
This dip starts by browning ground beef, seasoning it with taco seasoning and simmering for 15 minutes to develop flavor. A 9x13 baking dish is layered starting with softened cream cheese spread on the base, followed by cheese dip or queso, then salsa. The seasoned meat is layered on top, finished with shredded cheese such as Colby, cheddar, or pepper jack.
To integrate the flavors and melt the cheese, the assembled dip cooks in a grill or smoker preheated to 300°F using indirect heat. The dip smokes and heats for about 45 minutes total, rotated at 30 minutes to ensure even cooking, until cheese is melted and bubbly, combining the creamy and savory layers with a subtle smoky undertone.
Serve this dip warm alongside tortilla chips for dipping. It is suitable for parties and casual get-togethers where easy, hearty snacks are desired.
Ingredients
- 1 Pound ground beef
- 3 Tablespoon taco seasoning 1 one packet, favorite
- 16 Ounces cream cheese
- 1 Cup cheese dip or queso
- 2 Cups salsa favorite variety
- 8 Ounces cheese Colby, cheddar, pepper jack, or combination, shredded
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef and then add the taco seasoning and cook per package instructions. Simmer for 15 minutes then remove from the heat.
- Spread the softened cream cheese onto the bottom of a 9x13 pan.
- Next spread the cup of queso or cheese dip followed by the 2 cups of salsa.
- Next layer the seasoned cooked taco meat onto the dip.
- Finish the layered dip by topping with the shredded cheese.
- Heat your grill or smoker to 300 degrees. Cook the taco dip, over indirect heat, for 30 minutes then rotate 180 degrees. Cook for an additional 15 minutes and then continue to cook until the cheese topping is melted and bubbly.
- Enjoy with your favorite tortilla chips.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 725 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 725kcal | 36% |
| Carbohydrates | 53g | 18% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 46g | 71% |
| Saturated Fat | 26g | 130% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 136mg | 45% |
| Sodium | 2163mg | 90% |
| Potassium | 539mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 2061IU | 41% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 539mg | 54% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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