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Ultimate Loaded Game Day Queso Dip with Ground Beef

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This ultimate loaded game day queso dip with ground beef is creamy, hearty, and packed with flavor. It’s the perfect crowd-pleaser for any sporting event, movie night, or casual get-together.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 works best)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel), undrained
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup fresh pico de gallo or salsa
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (seeds removed)
  • 1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • Juice of 1/2 lime
  • Tortilla chips for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Leave about 1 tablespoon of fat in the pan.
  2. Add diced onion to the beef and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper over the beef. Stir well and cook for 1 minute to toast spices. Remove beef mixture from skillet and set aside.
  4. In a medium saucepan, whisk together evaporated milk and cornstarch until smooth. Place over medium heat and cook, whisking constantly, until hot and slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat to low. Gradually add shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, a handful at a time, stirring constantly until each addition is completely melted before adding the next.
  6. Stir in undrained diced tomatoes with green chilies, onion powder, and garlic powder. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  7. Add cooked beef mixture back into the cheese sauce. Stir gently until evenly distributed. Let simmer on low heat for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors.
  8. While queso simmers, toss diced avocado with lime juice. Chop cilantro, slice jalapeño, and prepare pico de gallo.
  9. Transfer queso to a serving bowl. Top with pico de gallo, chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeño, black olives, and lime-tossed avocado. Serve hot with tortilla chips.

Notes

For best results, shred cheese yourself instead of using pre-shredded. Keep heat low when melting cheese to prevent graininess. Queso can be made a day ahead and reheated gently. To keep warm for parties, transfer to a small slow cooker on warm setting.

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Keywords: queso dip, game day dip, loaded queso, ground beef queso, cheese dip, party appetizer, Super Bowl dip

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