Cheesy Meaty Texas Trash (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meat Base
01 -
450 g ground beef
02 -
1 packet taco seasoning mix
03 -
60 ml water
→ Creamy Base
04 -
225 g cream cheese, softened
05 -
240 g sour cream
06 -
450 g canned refried beans
07 -
120 ml salsa
08 -
115 g canned diced green chiles, drained
→ Seasonings
09 -
225 g shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
10 -
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
11 -
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
→ Optional Garnishes
12 -
Sliced green onions
13 -
Diced tomatoes
14 -
Sliced jalapeños
15 -
Chopped cilantro
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat oven to 175°C. Lightly grease a 23×23 cm baking dish.
02 -
Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
03 -
Add taco seasoning and 60 ml water to the browned beef. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the liquid reduces slightly.
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In a large mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, sour cream, refried beans, salsa, diced green chiles, half of the shredded cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth and uniform.
05 -
Fold the seasoned beef into the creamy base until fully combined.
06 -
Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly on top.
07 -
Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the edges are bubbly and the top is lightly golden.
08 -
Remove from oven and garnish with sliced green onions, diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, and chopped cilantro as desired. Serve hot with tortilla chips or vegetable crudités.
# Notes:
01 -
For best flavor, use freshly grated cheese and allow cream cheese to soften at room temperature before mixing.