Description
This cheesy hamburger dip is the perfect appetizer for game day. It has the ideal creamy consistency, great flavor, and the recipe can easily be doubled for a large crowd. Bring this crowd pleaser to your next party!
Ingredients
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- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 16 ounces ground beef
- 1 Tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 16 ounces Velveeta cheese (cubed)
- ¾ cup salsa (mild, medium or hot)
- Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Step 1: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until the beef is browned, about 5-7 minutes, making sure to crumble the beef as it cooks.
- Step 2: Drain excess fat. Add the spices and mix well to coat the beef. Cook for 1 minute longer.
- Step 3: Add the cubed Velveeta cheese and salsa. Stir constantly until cheese is melted and well incorporated, about 2-3 minutes.
- Step 4: Transfer melted cheese dip to a slow cooker or oven-safe dish to keep warm for serving.
Notes
Skip the spices and add 2 tablespoons taco seasoning, low sodium recommended. Make this recipe 2 to 3 days in advance. Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat over low heat or in a crockpot.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 239 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg