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5-Ingredient Football Taco Dip Recipe

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This 5-Ingredient Football Dip is a quick and flavorful recipe perfect for game day gatherings. Layers of seasoned ground beef, creamy cheese, zesty salsa, and melted sharp cheddar come together for a crowd-pleasing dip that’s easy to prepare in under 40 minutes.

Ingredients

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Meat and Seasoning

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning

Dairy and Sauces

  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (8 oz) jar salsa (mild, medium, or hot)
  • 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Cook Beef: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until there is no pink remaining, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess fat and stir in the taco seasoning until the beef is evenly coated.
  2. Layer the Dip: Spread the softened cream cheese evenly across the bottom of a pie dish. Pour the salsa over the cream cheese in an even layer. Next, spoon the seasoned ground beef on top of the salsa layer. Finally, sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the beef layer.
  3. Bake: Cover the pie dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Remove the foil and serve the dip warm for a delicious, hearty appetizer perfect for football game day.

Notes

  • Use your favorite level of salsa—mild, medium, or hot—to adjust the spice to your liking.
  • For a lower-fat version, choose reduced-fat cream cheese and lean ground beef.
  • This dip pairs wonderfully with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks.
  • If you want a crispier top, remove the foil in the last 3 minutes of baking and broil briefly, watching carefully to prevent burning.

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