Name: Cheesy Texas Trash Dip (Easy Mexican Bean Dip) Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 16-oz cans refried beans; 8 ounces cream cheese (full fat or low fat); 8 ounces sour cream (full fat or low fat); 1 ounce package McCormick Taco Seasoning Mix; 2 cups shredded Pepper Jack cheese; 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese; 1 4-ounce can chopped roasted green chiles (optional)

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Introduction

Cheesy Texas Trash Dip is a rich and flavorful Mexican-inspired dip that’s perfect for parties or casual gatherings. Loaded with beans, creamy cheese, and a hint of spice, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser served warm with sturdy tortilla chips.

A white rectangular baking dish filled with a layered dip that has a base layer of creamy, light brown refried beans visible on the edges, topped with a thick layer of melted cheese that is golden yellow and slightly bubbly. A woman's hand is lifting a chip, pulling gooey, stretchy cheese from the dish. Next to the baking dish, there is a blue and white bowl filled with round, light tan tortilla chips speckled with dark bits. The scene is set on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 16-oz cans refried beans
8 ounces cream cheese (full fat or low fat)
8 ounces sour cream (full fat or low fat)
1 ounce package McCormick Taco Seasoning Mix
2 cups shredded Pepper Jack cheese
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 4-ounce can chopped roasted green chiles (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350˚F.
Step 2: Cut the cream cheese into large chunks and place in a microwave-safe bowl. Add the sour cream and microwave on HIGH for 1 minute. Stir to combine until smooth.
Step 3: Add the refried beans and taco seasoning to the cream cheese mixture. Mix well, using a hand mixer if needed, until smooth. Stir in the chopped green chiles if using, along with one-third of the shredded cheeses.
Step 4: Spread the bean mixture evenly in a 9 x 13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly over the top.
Step 5: Bake for about 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden, and the beans are bubbling around the edges. At higher altitudes, this may take a few extra minutes.
Step 6: Serve the dip warm with sturdy tortilla chips for easy dipping.

Tips & Variations

For extra heat, add diced jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce to the bean mixture.
Use a mix of your favorite cheeses for a different flavor profile, such as Monterey Jack or mozzarella.
If you prefer a smoother dip, blend the refried beans before mixing.
To make it vegetarian-friendly, ensure the refried beans do not contain lard.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven until warmed through. Add a sprinkle of cheese on top before reheating if desired.

How to Serve

A rectangular brown ceramic dish filled with a layered cheesy bean dip, showing two distinct layers: the bottom layer is smooth and light brown, likely bean-based, and the top layer is a thick, melted blend of yellow and white cheeses, bubbling slightly. A woman's hand is pulling a triangular light beige tortilla chip that is covered in stretchy melted cheese from the dish. To the right side, a white bowl with blue patterns inside is filled with more of the same light beige tortilla chips scattered and overlapping. The dish and bowl rest on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this dip ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dip mixture a day in advance and refrigerate it before baking. Just bake it fresh when you’re ready to serve.

What can I serve with Texas Trash Dip besides tortilla chips?

This dip pairs well with fresh vegetable sticks like bell peppers and celery, pita bread, or even as a topping for baked potatoes or nachos.