Easy Taco Bean Dip

Prep:  15 Minutes
Total Time:  15 Minutes
Servings:  56

Ingredient List

  • 1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
  • 1 packet (1 oz) Old El Paso™ Original Taco Seasoning Mix
  • 1 can (16 oz) Old El Paso™ Traditional Refried Beans
  • 1 can (4 oz) Old El Paso™ Chopped Green Chiles
  • 1/2 cup chunky-style salsa (any variety)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (6 oz)
  • Tortilla chips, as desired
  • Make it FRESH toppings, as desired (see below)

Preparation

  1. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Sprinkle with taco seasoning mix. Cook until beef is coated with seasoning, stirring occasionally.
  2. Add beans, chiles, salsa and cheese. Cook over medium-high heat 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until thoroughly heated. Serve immediately with tortilla chips and Make it FRESH toppings.

Expert Tips

  • Ideas for Make it FRESH toppings: diced tomatoes, avocado, sliced green onions and sour cream.
  • In a pinch, substitute cheddar cheese or Monterey Jack for Mexican cheese blend in your Easy Taco Bean Dip.
  • Leftover taco bean dip makes a yummy sandwich spread or filling for quesadillas.

Nutrition

  • 1 Serving Calories 35 (Calories from Fat 20);  Total Fat 2g (Saturated Fat 1g ,Trans Fat 0g);  Cholesterol 10mg;  Sodium 115mg;  Potassium 20mg;  Total Carbohydrate 2g (Dietary Fiber 0g ,Sugars 0g);  Protein 2g
  • % Daily Value: Vitamin A 0%;  Vitamin C 0%;  Calcium 2%;  Iron 0%
  • Exchanges: 1/2 Fat
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet