4tablespoonstaco seasoning or 2 envelopes - divided in half
16ozrefried beans
8ozcream cheesesoftened
1cupsour cream
2clovesgarlic minced
Toppings
1cupshredded mild cheddar cheese
1cupshredded Mexican blend cheese - or your favorite cheese
2 tomatoesdiced - about 2 cups
3greens onions with topsdiced finely
2.25ozblack olivessliced, optional
2tablespoonscilantrosnipped, optional
Jalapeno slicesoptional
Avocadodiced, optional
Instructions
Brown ground beef until no pink remains, drain if necessary.
1 pound ground beef
Return to pan and add 2 tablespoons (or 1 envelope) taco seasoning and ½ cup water.
4 tablespoons taco seasoning or 2 envelopes - divided in half
Cook until all liquid is absorbed.
In a medium bowl, combine taco meat and refried beans until well combined.
16 oz refried beans
Transfer to 13x9 glass dish.
In a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, sour cream, garlic and 2 tablespoons (or 1 envelope) taco seasoning until smooth and creamy.
8 oz cream cheese, 1 cup sour cream, 2 cloves garlic, 4 tablespoons taco seasoning or 2 envelopes - divided in half
Spread evenly over bean mixture.
Top with cheeses, tomatoes and any other toppings you like.
1 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese, 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese - or your favorite cheese, 2 tomatoes, 3 greens onions with tops, 2.25 oz black olives, 2 tablespoons cilantro, Jalapeno slices, Avocado
This is best if you chill it before serving. I recommend covering the dish with aluminum foil or plastic wrap and chilling for 30-45 minutes. This gives all the flavors a chance to meld together.
Serve with additional sour cream and tortilla chips.
Notes
Taco Dip can also be heated to melt the cheese and warm the filling.
Place in 350-degree F oven for 15-20 minutes BEFORE adding any additional toppings
The meat can be omitted for a vegetarian option.