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Spicy Mexi Dip
Recipe: #11291
November 22, 2013
Categories: Dips, Cheese, Cheddar, Appetizers, Mexican, 5 Ingredients Or Less, 5-Minute Prep, Christmas, Game/Sports Day, New Years, Potluck Oven Bake, Gluten-Free, Low Carbohydrate, No Eggs, Vegetarian, Cream Cheese, Spicy, more
"This is an awesome tasting dip and is always a hit at parties. A great game day dip, serve this up with nacho chips. If gluten intolerant make sure you are using gluten free taco seasoning."
Original is 9 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (82.7 g)
- Calories 168.1
- Total Fat - 13.7 g
- Saturated Fat - 8 g
- Cholesterol - 43.1 mg
- Sodium - 474.4 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 4.1 g
- Dietary Fiber - 0.6 g
- Sugars - 2.3 g
- Protein - 8 g
- Calcium - 235.6 mg
- Iron - 0.5 mg
- Vitamin C - 0.7 mg
- Thiamin - 0 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Put the cheeses and salsa sauce in 9 inch glass pie plate.
Step 2
Place in the microwave and cook on high for about 1 to 2 minutes or until everything has softened.
Step 3
Remove from microwave, add the taco seasoning and hot pepper flakes if using and mix well
Step 4
Place in a preheated 425 degree Fahrenheit oven and bake for 15 minutes.
Step 5
Turn the broiler on, broil for a few minutes, until top layer of cheese bubbles.
Step 6
Remove from oven, allow cooling for 15 minutes.
Step 7
Serve with nacho chips.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting a salsa sauce, make sure to choose one with a flavor that you enjoy.
- If you are gluten intolerant, make sure to use a gluten-free taco seasoning.
- Substitute cream cheese for Greek yogurt: Greek yogurt is a healthier alternative to cream cheese and has a slightly tangy taste that can complement the other flavors in the dip.
- Substitute cheddar cheese for pepper jack cheese: Pepper jack cheese has a bit more of a kick than cheddar cheese and will add an extra layer of flavor to the dip.
Spicy Queso Dip Replace the salsa sauce with 2 cups of queso dip and omit the taco seasoning and hot pepper flakes. Bake for 15 minutes, then turn the broiler on and broil for a few minutes until the top layer of cheese bubbles. Remove from oven, allow cooling for 15 minutes. Serve with nacho chips.
Mexican-Style Spicy Queso Dip Replace the queso dip with 1 cup of salsa, 1 cup of cream cheese, and 1 cup of shredded Mexican cheese blend. Add 1 teaspoon of taco seasoning and 1/4 teaspoon of hot pepper flakes. Bake for 15 minutes, then turn the broiler on and broil for a few minutes until the top layer of cheese bubbles. Remove from oven, allow cooling for 15 minutes. Serve with nacho chips.
RECOMMENDED_DISH: Mexican Street Corn Salad - This flavorful salad is the perfect accompaniment to the Spicy Mexi Dip. The creamy and spicy flavors of the dip are complemented by the sweetness of the corn, the tangy flavor of the lime, and the crunch of the cilantro. It's a great side dish to complete your game day spread!
RECOMMENDED_DISH: Roasted Salsa Verde - This flavorful salsa is the perfect way to add a bit of heat to your game day spread. Roasting the tomatillos and jalapenos brings out their smoky flavor and adds a delicious depth to the salsa. Serve it with chips or use it as a topping for tacos or nachos for a truly delicious meal.
FAQ
Q: Is this dip suitable for vegetarians?
A: Yes, this dip is suitable for vegetarians since it does not contain any meat or animal-based ingredients.
Q: Is this dip gluten-free?
A: Yes, this dip is gluten-free since it does not contain any wheat, barley, or rye.
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Fun facts:
The term "nacho" was first used in the 1940s by Ignacio Anaya, a maître d' at a restaurant in Piedras Negras, Mexico. Ignacio was asked to make a snack for a group of military wives and he created the dish, naming it "Nacho's especiales" or "Nacho's special."
The cream cheese used in this dip is a modern invention, first created in 1872 by American dairyman William Lawrence. Lawrence accidentally created a stable version of cream cheese, which he called Philadelphia brand cream cheese, after the city where it was made.