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Beef Enchilada Dip

This Beef Enchilada Dip is a crowd-pleaser! Creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, it's perfect for game days and gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 15-ounce can red enchilada sauce
  • 1 15-ounce can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes drained
  • 1 15-ounce can corn drained
  • 1 3-ounce can sliced olives
  • 2 cups shredded Colby-jack cheese divided
  • 1 teaspoon salt more if needed
  • 1 teaspoon pepper

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Spatula
  • Baking dish
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the lean ground beef and diced onion. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Make sure to break up the beef into small pieces as it cooks.
  2. Once the beef is browned, season it with salt and pepper. Stir well to combine and enhance the flavor.
  3. Pour in the red enchilada sauce, black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, and sliced olives. Stir everything together until well combined. Let this mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  4. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in 1 ½ cups of the shredded Colby-jack cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted and evenly distributed throughout the dip.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the dip mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of shredded cheese on top.
  6. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and the cheese is golden brown.
  7. Remove the dip from the oven and let it cool slightly. Serve it warm with tortilla chips, sliced veggies, or as a filling for tacos. Enjoy every cheesy, beefy bite!

Notes

  • Allow the dip to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container for storage.
  • This dip can be prepared a day in advance; just refrigerate before baking.
  • Freeze the dip in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.