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Football Dip Recipe Easy Best Oven-Baked Game Day Appetizer

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This oven-baked football dip is a cheesy, layered crowd-pleaser perfect for game day or any gathering. It comes together quickly with pantry staples and is endlessly customizable for your crew’s tastes.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 can (15 oz) refried beans (or mashed black beans)
  • 1/2 pound cooked ground beef or turkey (optional, can use taco seasoning)
  • 1 cup salsa (mild or medium, chunky or smooth)
  • 1 small can (4 oz) green chilies, drained (optional)
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Chopped green onions (2-3 stalks, for garnish, optional)
  • Sliced jalapeños (for garnish, optional)
  • Chopped tomatoes or fresh cilantro (for garnish, optional)
  • Tortilla chips, pita chips, or sturdy crackers (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or butter.
  4. Spread the cream cheese and sour cream mixture evenly in the bottom of the dish.
  5. Dollop and gently spread refried beans (or mashed black beans) over the creamy base.
  6. Sprinkle cooked ground beef or turkey (if using) over the beans.
  7. Pour salsa evenly over the previous layers. Drain excess liquid if salsa is watery.
  8. Sprinkle green chilies over the salsa, if using.
  9. Top with shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese, spreading evenly.
  10. Bake for 22-28 minutes, until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden at the edges.
  11. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
  12. Garnish with green onions, jalapeños, and/or chopped tomatoes or cilantro if desired.
  13. Serve hot with tortilla chips, pita chips, or sturdy crackers.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, omit the meat and add extra beans or sautéed mushrooms. Use freshly shredded cheese for best melt. Drain salsa if watery to prevent soggy dip. Customize heat with jalapeños or spicy salsa. Can be assembled ahead and baked when ready. Leftovers reheat well in oven or microwave.

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