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This flavorful Mexican dip is always a hit on game day. It’s an easy appetizer made with layers of refried beans, taco meat, shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and taco seasoning. This easy bean dip is best eaten cold, and can be paired with chunky salsa and your favorite chips.

Mexican 5 Layer Dip
Mexican 5 Layer Dip
Mexican 5 Layer Dip
Mexican 5 Layer Dip
Mexican 5 Layer Dip
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Mexican 5 Layer Dip

Ingredients

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Mexican 5 Layer Dip

Instructions

1
In a large skillet, cook ground beef and drain excess fat.
2
Add 1 and 1/2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning Blend, House Seasoning Blend andwater to the cooked beef; Stir together.
3
Spread beef mixture evenly into a 9×13 casserole dish.
4
In a small, microwave safe bowl, microwave refried beans for 30 seconds.
5
Stir beans and cream cheese together and spread them on top of the beef layer.
6
In a separate bowl combine sour cream, remaining 1 and 1/2 tablespoons of Taco Seasoning Blend and remaining teaspoon of House Seasoning Blend.
7
Spread seasoned cheese mixture evenly on top of refried beans.
8
Spread prepared guacamole on top.
9
Top shredded Mexican cheese blend.
10
Add diced tomatoes.
11
Top with sliced black olives.
12
Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

  • Brown Your Taco Meat Properly 🍖
    Break the ground beef into small, uniform pieces while browning and cook until deeply caramelized for rich, concentrated flavor rather than steaming it in its own moisture.
  • Drain and Season Your Beans 🫘
    Drain excess liquid from canned refried beans and warm them with a splash of chicken broth and taco seasoning to achieve the perfect spreadable consistency without being watery.
  • Cream Cheese as Adhesive Barrier 🧀
    Spread a thin layer of seasoned cream cheese mixed with sour cream as your second layer to create a moisture barrier that prevents the bottom beans from absorbing liquid from toppings and becoming soggy.
  • Toast Your Taco Seasoning 🌶️
    Bloom your taco seasoning in the hot beef fat for 30 seconds before adding liquid to unlock deeper spice flavors and prevent that raw, flat taste.
  • Chill and Top Right Before Serving 🧊
    Assemble the dip base hours ahead, but wait until 15 minutes before serving to add fresh cilantro, green onions, olives, and tomatoes so they stay crisp and vibrant rather than wilting into the cheese layers.

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