Texas Trash Dip with Meat

Components

Regarding the Dip:

1. Half a pound of ground beef
2. Half a pound of spicy breakfast sausage (or mild or hot sausage of your choosing)
3. One box (8 oz) of softened cream cheese
4. One cup of sour cream
5. One 10-ounce can of Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies (or, if you don’t like the heat, plain diced tomatoes)
6. One 4-ounce can of chopped green chiles
7. One fifteen-ounce can of chili beans (or washed and drained pinto beans)
8. One packet of taco seasoning (1 oz)
9. One cup of cheddar cheese, shredded
10. One cup of shredded Mexican blend cheese, or your preferred combination
11. Half a cup of chopped green onions (optional garnish)
12. Slices of jalapeño (optional, for added heat)
13. Crackers, tortilla chips, or vegetables for dipping

Directions:

Prepare the sausage and ground beef:

• Heat a small amount of oil in a big skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and ground meat. Cook for 7 to 10 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is thoroughly cooked and browned. Empty any extra oil.

Get the Dip Base ready:

• Add the sour cream and softened cream cheese to the meat mixture and reduce the heat to medium-low. Mix everything together to create a smooth base and stir until the cream cheese melts.

Incorporate the Taste:

• Add the green chilies, chili beans (with their liquid), and Rotel tomatoes and stir. Stir everything together after adding the taco spice. Simmer until heated and bubbling, stirring periodically, about 5 minutes.

Put the cheese in there:

• After the liquid is well heated, gradually add the Mexican blend cheese and shredded cheddar cheese until the cheese is completely melted and the dip is smooth.

Serve:

• If the dip is oven-safe, keep it in the skillet; otherwise, transfer it to a serving dish. If preferred, garnish with chopped green onions and slices of jalapeño for a little more taste.

Have fun:

• Serve hot with crackers, tortilla chips, or fresh vegetables for dipping, such as bell peppers, carrots, or celery. If you’re serving it at a party or get-together, you can also keep it warm in a slow cooker.

Advice:

• For added taste, you can spice up the dip base with a few dashes of your preferred chili powder or a little amount of hot sauce.
• Customize it by adding chopped onions, bell peppers, or olives for extra texture and flavor, or by using different kinds of beans (black beans, refried beans, etc.).
• Turn it into a meal: If served with rice or tortilla chips for scooping, this dip is substantial enough to be a main meal.

Serving Recommendations:

• Drinks: Enjoy it with a cool iced tea, margarita, or beer.
• Sides: To counterbalance the richness of the dip, try a simple side salad with a zesty dressing.

The ultimate comfort dish and a guaranteed hit at your next gathering is this meaty Texas trash dip! It’s hot, cheesy, and completely irresistible.