Super Bowl Spicy Beef Queso Dip (Print View)
Creamy cheese dip with spicy seasoned beef and jalapeños. Easy Tex-Mex appetizer for parties and gatherings.
# What You Need:
→ Beef Mixture
01 - 1 lb ground beef
02 - 1 tsp chili powder
03 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
05 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
07 - 1/2 tsp salt
08 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Cheese Sauce
09 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
10 - 2 tbsp cornstarch
11 - 1 1/2 cups whole milk
12 - 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
13 - 12 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
14 - 1 cup pepper jack cheese, shredded
15 - 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
16 - 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños, sliced
→ Garnish
17 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
18 - Extra jalapeño slices
# How to Make It:
01 - In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks, approximately 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat from the pan.
02 - Add chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the browned beef. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to coat the meat evenly with spices. Remove from heat and set aside.
03 - In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in cornstarch and cook for 1 minute, stirring continuously to eliminate lumps.
04 - Gradually whisk the milk into the butter-cornstarch mixture, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
05 - Reduce heat to low. Add cubed cream cheese to the thickened milk mixture, stirring continuously until completely smooth and no lumps remain.
06 - Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese and pepper jack cheese in small batches, stirring constantly until fully melted and combined into a creamy sauce.
07 - Stir the drained diced tomatoes with green chilies and pickled jalapeño slices into the cheese sauce, distributing evenly throughout.
08 - Fold the seasoned ground beef mixture into the cheese sauce using a wooden spoon, ensuring the beef is evenly distributed throughout the dip.
09 - Transfer the dip to a serving bowl or warm slow cooker. Top with fresh chopped cilantro and additional jalapeño slices. Serve immediately with tortilla chips.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The combination of three cheeses creates this velvety texture that clings perfectly to chips without breaking them.
- You can assemble it before guests arrive and keep it warm in a slow cooker so youre actually enjoying the game instead of being stuck in the kitchen.
02 -
- Shred your own cheese rather than using pre-shredded bags which contain anti-caking agents that can make your queso grainy.
- If the dip thickens too much while sitting, a splash of warm milk stirred in will bring it back to perfect consistency without diluting the flavor.
03 -
- Line your slow cooker with a light coat of cooking spray before adding the queso to make cleanup infinitely easier after the party.
- If the dip starts to form a skin on top while keeping warm, a quick stir and a tablespoon of warm milk will refresh the surface instantly.