Texas Trash Dip (Printable Recipe)

Gooey, cheese-loaded Tex-Mex dip featuring refried beans, cream cheese and taco seasonings - perfect for any gathering.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

01 - 1 (16 oz) can refried beans

02 - 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened

03 - 1 cup sour cream

04 - 1 packet taco seasoning

05 - 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese (or combination of Cheddar and Monterey Jack)

06 - 1/2 cup diced jalapeños (optional)

07 - 1/2 lb ground beef or sausage, cooked and crumbled

08 - 1/2 cup black beans

09 - 1/2 cup corn kernels

01 - Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to preheat.

02 - In a large bowl, combine the refried beans, softened cream cheese, and sour cream. Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

03 - Stir in the taco seasoning and half of the shredded cheese until well combined.

04 - If using ground beef, sausage, black beans, or corn, mix them into the base at this stage.

05 - Spread the mixture evenly into a baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top.

06 - Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

07 - Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving with tortilla chips, vegetable sticks, or crackers.

01 - This dip is highly versatile and can be adapted to suit various dietary preferences. For a spicier kick, add extra jalapeños or hot sauce.

02 - To make it healthier, substitute reduced-fat dairy products and incorporate more vegetables.

03 - The dip can be prepared ahead of time, refrigerated, and baked just before serving for added convenience.