Welcome to the delicious world of bean dip! This Best Bean Dip is creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. Perfect for parties or a cozy night in!
Tips for Perfection
Trust me, letting the dip cool for a few minutes before serving really helps all those flavors meld together!
Why You'll Love It
This dip is so versatile with topping options that you can customize it to your liking. You’ll have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
- Base Ingredients:
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Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Dish:
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Step 1- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and oil an 8x8-inch baking dish or 8-inch oven-safe skillet.
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Step 2- Mix the Dip: In a medium bowl, stir together the refried beans, sour cream, green chiles, and 1 teaspoon taco seasoning. Taste and add more taco seasoning and salt as desired. (When I make this recipe with unsalted beans and unsalted taco seasoning, I add a heaping ½ teaspoon salt at this point, though you may want less or none if your beans and/or taco seasoning are salted.)
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Step 3- Bake the Dip: Transfer the bean dip to the prepared pan and evenly spread it to the edges. Top with the cheese, leaving some dip exposed around the edges. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the dip is bubbling.
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Step 4- Serve: Let cool for 5 minutes, then add desired toppings. Squeeze with lime juice and serve with tortilla chips.
Nutrition
- Calories: 200, Fat: 12g, Carbs: 18g, Protein: 10g
Cooking techniques
Baking is the key technique here, allowing the dip to become bubbly and the cheese to melt beautifully.
Variations or substitutions
Feel free to swap the sour cream for Greek yogurt for a healthier twist or use different cheeses based on your preference!
Storage tips
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving!
Notes
For a spicier kick, consider adding some diced jalapeños to the bean mixture before baking!
