On Mom’s original recipe for this Cheesy Beef Taco Dip, she wrote in, “Used for Brenda’s graduation party and every bit of it was gone!”
With Dad and Mom, on my high school graduation day. (1989)
And while big hair and big glasses will go in and out of style, dips as good as this never will!
This beef taco dip is best served warm, when it’s at its thick and gooey cheesy best. Full of shredded cheddar, it’s not a creamy kind of dip, like you’d get if you used cream cheese or Velveeta or Cheese Whiz. So it requires a sturdy chip.
This appetizer is big and hearty, and full of beefy taco flavor. Some might even be tempted to just call it supper…ahem.
Whether serving this for a graduation party, as part of your upcoming Super Bowl spread, or for supper tonight, you’ll soon taste why this dip stands the test of time.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. lean ground beef
- 2 or 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 15-oz. can tomato sauce
- 2 T. taco seasoning (more or less, depending on your preference)
- 2 tsp. Frank's Redhot Sauce
- 2 c. shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 T. flour
Preparation
In a large skillet, cook beef and garlic until beef is browned. Drain fat. Stir in tomato sauce, taco seasoning, and hot sauce. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
In a small bowl, toss cheese with flour. Add cheese to beef mixture, a little at a time, stirring just until melted. Transfer to a small crockpot or fondue pot to keep warm. Garnish, if desired, with sour cream, sliced green onions, chopped tomatoes, etc. Serve with sturdy tortilla chips.
Source
From Mom's recipe box, adapted from Anytime Appetizers from Better Homes and Gardens.
Original article: Mom’s Cheesy Beef Taco Dip
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