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Cheesy Game Day Taco Dip
Ingredients
| Quantity | |
|---|---|
| Ground beef | 1 lb. |
| Taco seasoning | 3 tbsp. |
| Cream cheese (room temperature) | 1 package |
| Shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey jack, mozzarella, or all favorites) | 4 cups |
| Garlic (minced) | 1 clove |
| Sour cream | 2 cups |
| Salsa | 1½ cups |
| Jalapeño peppers (diced, + more for serving) | 1 - 3 |
| Cilantro or sliced green onion (for serving) | 1 handful |
Steps
Get ready to elevate your game day experience with this cheesy, crowd-pleasing taco dip! Perfect for sharing and loaded with bold flavors, this dip is the ultimate appetizer to kick off the festivities. Plus, there’s no better way to break in your new 2025 Napoleon gas barbecue than by preparing this melty masterpiece right on the grill. Whether you're hosting a big game party or just craving a hearty snack, this taco dip is sure to score big with everyone at the table!
1. Brown the ground beef with 2 tbsp. of taco seasoning (or Meat Church Fajita Rub!). Drain and set aside, allowing it to cool a little.
2. In a bowl, use a hand mixer to blend the cream cheese, 2 cups of your favorite shredded cheeses, garlic, and the remaining taco seasoning. Add enough sour cream, up to 1/4 cup, to bind everything together.
3. Preheat your grill to between 350°F and 400°F preparing to use the indirect grilling method.
4. Spread the cheese mixture in the bottom of a casserole or baking dish. Spread the layer of ground beef on top of the cheese mixture. Top the ground beef with a layer of sour cream and jalapeño peppers, followed by the salsa. Finally, top everything with the remaining shredded cheese.
5. Bake on the grill until the insides are bubbly and hot, and the top is golden and crispy, about 30 minutes.
6. Serve topped with more jalapeno, fresh cilantro, sliced green onion, or whatever your heart desires, just don't forget some tortilla chips!
Enjoy and remember, you got this!
Written by: Phylicia Burd
Recipe by: Napoleon