How to Make Mexican Bean Dip

If you're looking for an easy dip to make for a carry-in, potluck or party, try this easy bean dip. It doesn't take a chef or a lot of ingredients, but it's tasty all the same.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 1 lb. block of processed cheese
• 1 package of taco seasoning
• 1 can of refried beans
• 1 lb. ground beef
• Taco sauce (optional, to taste)
• Cumin (optional, to taste)
• Tortilla chips

1. Brown the ground beef in a large pan or pot. All the ingredients are going to cook in here, so make sure your cookware is large enough for everything to fit.

2. Add taco seasoning and water, per the instructions on the taco seasoning package.

3. While the meat and seasoning are cooking together, cube the cheese.

4. Add the refried beans and cheese to meat mixture; taste. If there isn't enough flavor, add taco sauce for heat and cumin for flavor.

5. Serve warm with tortilla chips.

Tips & Warnings

• After the dip is cooked, you can transfer it to a small crockpot set on low to keep it warm. That's what makes this dip a perfect take-along snack.