Ingredients
Meat and Seasoning
- 1 pound ground beef, browned and crumbled
- 1 package taco seasoning
Vegetables and Beans
- 1 (10 ounce) can RO*TEL Original Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilis
- 1 (15.25 ounce) can corn, drained
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
Dairy
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Prepare the Ground Beef: Brown and crumble the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Add the browned ground beef, RO*TEL diced tomatoes and green chilis, drained corn, rinsed black beans, and taco seasoning to the crock pot. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Cook on Low: Cover the slow cooker and cook on the low setting for 60 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Add Cream Cheese and Cheese: Stir in the cream cheese and shredded Monterey Jack cheese until well mixed into the dip.
- Continue Cooking: Cover and cook for an additional 30 minutes on low, ensuring the cheese melts completely and the dip is warm and creamy.
- Serve: Serve the taco dip warm with tortilla chips or your favorite dipping snacks.
Notes
- Use slow cooker liners for easy cleanup.
- Make sure to stir well after adding cream cheese to avoid clumps.
- You can substitute black beans with pinto beans if preferred.
- Adjust taco seasoning according to taste preference and salt content.
- For a spicier dip, use RO*TEL with mild or hot diced tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican