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The BEST Bean Dip

The BEST Bean Dip Recipe for Smooth and Chunky Variations

Discover the BEST Bean Dip, a creamy blend of refried beans, cheese, and spices, perfect for parties and gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 359
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans refried beans (16 oz. each)
  • 1 can tomato sauce (8 oz.)
  • 1 envelope taco seasoning (1 oz.)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 lb. ground beef (cooked and drained, optional for Beefy Bean Dip)
  • green onions (chopped for garnish, optional)

Equipment

  • food processor
  • large pot
  • slow cooker

Method
 

Smooth Bean Dip
  1. For smooth bean dip, add the refried beans, tomato sauce, and water to a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth.
  2. Transfer the blended mixture to a large pot. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and taco seasoning. Mix well.
  3. Heat on medium heat until the dip is warm and the cheese is melted.
Chunky Bean Dip
  1. For chunky bean dip, add all ingredients directly to a large pot and warm on medium heat until the cheese is melted and the dip is heated through.
Beefy Bean Dip
  1. For beefy bean dip, add the browned and drained ground beef after heating the dip.
Slow Cooker Variation
  1. To heat the dip in a slow cooker, set it on low for 3-4 hours or high for 2-3 hours until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 359kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 28gFat: 17gSodium: 1298mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5g

Notes

Customize The BEST Bean Dip by adding jalape?os, black olives, or fresh cilantro for extra flavor. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.

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