How to Make Nacho Cheese Dip With Ground Beef

Nacho cheese dip tops it all

Nacho cheese dip with ground beef can be a favorite at family events and company parties. Though easy to prepare, it is a filling and tasty dish that can be served as a topping for chips, enchiladas, burritos and other ethnic foods; it can also be used to spice up more Americanized dishes, such as hot dogs and french fries.

Things You'll Need

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1/2 tsp. garlic salt
• 2 lbs. soft American cheese block
• 1/2 cup milk
• 3/4 cup salsa

Instructions

Preparation

1. 

   Ground beef

   Brown 1 lb. ground beef over medium heat in a skillet until it is thoroughly cooked (there should be no pink). Drain grease using a colander and run hot water over hamburger to eliminate residual grease. Place hamburger back in skillet and sprinkle with garlic salt for added flavor.

2. 

   Add cheese

   Cube or slice 2 lbs. American cheese block into manageable portions and add to cooked ground beef. Reduce heat to low/medium until cheese melts. Stir frequently.

3. 

   Add milk

   Pour 1/2 cup milk into meat and cheese mixture after the cheese has melted, stir thoroughly. Milk helps keep nacho cheese dip with ground beef creamy.

4. 

   Salsa for spice

   Add 3/4 cup of your favorite salsa to meat-cheese-milk mixture, and stir thoroughly to complete the dish.

Tips & Warnings

• Add chopped canned jalapenos for extra spice.

• Add or reduce milk to adjust creaminess.

• Make sure ground beef is cooked thoroughly to reduce the risk of ingesting harmful bacteria.

References

• USDA: Food Safety and Inspection Service

Resources

• Food Standards Agency: Storage