Jump to Recipe Show This layered taco dip is about to be your go-to dish when a potluck is in question. Make it traditionally with ground beef or go vegetarian with refried beans. Layered Taco DipYour tastebuds will be doing the salsa with every bite! Entertain with ease or serve as an easy dinner with a side of taco shells. Taco Tuesday just became Fiesta Friday! This Mexican Dip is a DELICIOUS and EASY appetizer to serve at any gathering or as a FUN weeknight treat. Whether you keep the classic recipe or make it vegetarian, everyone will love EVERY TASTY LAYER. This popular layered dip has inspired many a heated debate. What could be so controversial about dip? It’s all about the LAYERS, baby! Most variations of this recipe don’t include a meat layer. I don’t know about you but if it doesn’t have taco meat, it’s just bean dip… OH NO! DID I JUST CAUSE ANOTHER DEBATE?! Most can agree that beans, sour cream, salsa, guacamole, and cheese are included. But that’s only 5 layers. What are the other 2? These variations include layers of lettuce, tomatoes, olives, onions, etc. To me these are garnishes and would be one layer total. Call me crazy… Why this 7 Layer Dip recipe is awesome
My layered taco dip recipe, includes all aspects of the taco, including the seasoned meat! You can thank me later. Ingredients NeededRefried beans – Use regular or vegetarian brand! Ground beef – When mixed with taco seasoning and a little bit of water, the ground beef becomes taco meat and also the second layer of dip. Taco seasoning – As stated above, this is mixed with the ground beef. You can use a store bought packet, or even a homemade blend. We also use some to mix with sour cream for another layer. Cream cheese – Use full fat, reduced or low fat, or fat free! Pantry staples – Salsa, guacamole, sour cream, milk. Toppings – The next layers are optional based on your preference, but I like topping my dip with shredded cheese, black olives, shredded lettuce and onions. All the colors, textures and flavors! How to make 7 Layer Dip with MeatFirst: Brown and season the ground beef. Drain if desired. Mix the beans and milk until creamy. Combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning until smooth. Second: Spread the 7 layers in your servings dish in this order: beans, beef, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, cheese. Third: Garnish with lettuce, tomatoes, and olives. Serve with chips! For the full recipe and detailed instructions, please refer to the recipe card at the bottom of the post. Now that we have settled the layer debate, or maybe just started another conversation about it, let’s get to some common questions about it. Commonly Asked QuestionsIs 7 Layer Dip hot or cold? Most of them are served cold. Because they don’t have meat in them. But my recipe has meat in it and I still serve it cold. How long can you keep it? If you happen to have leftover dip, it will keep in the fridge, covered, for 3-4 days. It make get a little watery in the bottom of the dish, just drain it off and proceed with eating. What can I do with leftover Seven Layer Dip? There are so many ways to use up the leftovers! Try adding it to taco shells, make nachos with tortilla chips, wrap it up in tortillas and make burritos, or add it to a cheesy quesadilla! For more insider tips & tricks, and a candid behind the scenes look follow me on social media! Check use out on Pinterest, Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter (yes, people still use Twitter, LOL!) Tapas Tips & Tricks
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Nutrition Information: Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1/2 cup This nutrition information was generated via a third party, Nutritionix, and can not be held liable for any discrepancies in the information provided. More Party Foods
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