Chili Cheese Dip (Printable Version)

Ground beef and cheeses meld with chili and spices for a warm, flavorful dip served with chips.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Meat and Aromatics

01 - 450 grams ground beef
02 - 1 medium onion, chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Canned Goods

04 - 425 grams canned chili with beans
05 - 280 grams diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained

→ Cheeses

06 - 225 grams cream cheese, cubed
07 - 100 grams cheddar cheese, shredded
08 - 60 grams Monterey Jack cheese, shredded

→ Spices and Seasonings

09 - 15 milliliters chili powder
10 - 5 milliliters ground cumin
11 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Optional Garnishes

12 - Sliced jalapeños
13 - Chopped cilantro
14 - Sour cream

→ Serving

15 - Tortilla chips

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until evenly browned. Drain any excess fat.
02 - Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
03 - Stir in the canned chili with beans and the drained diced tomatoes with green chilies, mixing evenly.
04 - Add the cubed cream cheese to the skillet and continue cooking over medium heat, stirring occasionally until fully melted and smooth.
05 - Mix in the shredded cheddar, Monterey Jack cheeses, chili powder, and cumin. Stir until the cheeses are melted and the mixture is homogenous.
06 - Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste. Transfer to a serving dish and optionally garnish with sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, and sour cream. Serve hot alongside tortilla chips.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For best flavor, prepare the dip shortly before serving to maintain cheesiness and warmth.