This savory and hearty queso dip with ground beef is perfect for any occasion. By using premade queso, it comes together quickly while still delivering big, bold flavors.
Making Queso Dip with Ground Beef
While you could sub a different meat like chorizo or sausage, ground beef always seems to be perfect because it's so versatile and very neutral when serving to crowds. So you won't have to worry if it's too spicy!
We used Desert Pepper for our queso brand and served our dip along side some toasted ravioli, crackers, Chex mix, and steak bites. You can find Desert Pepper salsa and queso at Sprouts, Publix, Hannaford, Harris Teeter, Shop Rite, Walmart, Giant Eagle, Market Basket, Jewel, and Meijer.
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Ingredients
Just a few ingredients are needed to make this perfect dip recipe!
- Ground beef
- Queso dip
- Cojita cheese
- Green onion
- Cilantro (optional)
Instructions
Brown the Ground Beef
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
2. Heat the Queso
In a separate saucepan, pour in the premade queso dip and heat over medium-low, stirring occasionally until smooth and warmed through.
3. Combine the Beef and Queso
Add the browned ground beef to the warm queso dip and stir until everything is well mixed and combined.
4. Add Garnishes
Transfer the queso dip to a serving bowl. Sprinkle the top with sliced green onions and crumbled Cotija cheese. Optionally, add a little fresh cilantro for extra flavor and a pop of color.
5. Serve
Serve immediately with tortilla chips, vegetables, or bread for dipping.
Substitutions
You can make some substitutions to enjoy this recipe:
- Ground beef: You can substitute the ground beef for chorizo or sausage or even a vegan ground beef!
- Gluten free: This recipe is naturally gluten free
- Dairy free: You can substitute a dairy free queso dip in place of the dairy one.
- Vegan: All you need is to substitute the queso dip for a vegan queso dip and omit or substitute the ground beef for vegan ground beef.
Variations
You can use a different queso dip or even change out the ground beef for chorizo or sausage.
Storage
Store the dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat on the stove over low heat, stirring occasionally. You may need to add a splash of milk to achieve the desired consistency.
FAQ
Here are some frequently asked questions you might have while making this queso dip with ground beef:
Yes, you can substitute ground beef with ground turkey, chorizo, sausage, chicken, or even plant-based meat for a lighter or vegetarian option.
You can use any store-bought queso dip, such as queso blanco or a spicier version, depending on your preference.
Tortilla chips are the go-to, but you can also serve the dip with sliced veggies, crackers, or soft pretzels for a variety of textures.
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Ingredients
- ½ pound ground beef browned
- 16 ounce jar of premade queso dip
- 2 green onions thinly sliced
- ¼ cup crumbled Cotija cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro optional, for garnish
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Pour the premade queso dip into a saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally until warmed through.
- Stir the cooked ground beef into the warmed queso dip until well incorporated.
- Transfer the queso dip to a serving dish. Top with sliced green onions and crumbled Cotija cheese. For extra color and flavor, garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
- Serve hot with tortilla chips, veggies, or bread for dipping.
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