Chili Cheese Fritos Dip (Print-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Cheesy Chili Dip Mix
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1 block softened cream cheese
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1 lb cooked and drained ground beef
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15 oz can of chili starter (like Bush's Chili Magic)
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10 oz can diced tomatoes, well-drained (ex: Rotel)
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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2 tsp brown sugar
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp cumin
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1/2 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp chili powder
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1/2 medium white onion, finely chopped
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1-2 tsp your favorite hot sauce (like Louisiana)
→ Stuff to Serve With
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1 and 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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5 crispy bacon strips, chopped small
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Diced green onions, both green and white parts
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Frito's Scoops to dip
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Set your oven to 375°F and let it preheat.
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Throw the softened cream cheese, ground beef, and all the other dip base ingredients into a big bowl. Stir until it's all combined and creamy. Taste it and tweak the seasonings if you want.
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Grease or butter up your oven-friendly skillet (a 10-inch cast iron works great). Scoop all that delicious mixture into the skillet. Sprinkle a layer of cheddar cheese on top and pop it in the oven for around 8-10 minutes.
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Grab your chopped bacon and scatter it over the melted cheese. Stick the skillet back in the oven till the edges are bubbly—just a few minutes (3-4 should do it).
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Top everything with diced green onions. Throw some Frito's Scoops next to it and serve while it's hot.
# Helpful Notes:
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Want more crunch and flavor? Toss on some crushed Chili Cheese Fritos along with the green onions and bacon after baking!