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Bean Dip
This Jalapeño Jack Cheese Dip is a creamy, spicy, and cheesy appetizer perfect for game days, parties, or family gatherings. Combining smooth cream cheese with tangy sour cream, spicy jalapeños, and melty Jack cheese, it's a dip with bold flavor and just the right kick. A few dashes of Tabasco sauce add an extra layer of heat that makes it irresistible. This type of dip became popular in the 1980s and 90s with the rise of Tex-Mex flavors in American homes. It's easy to make, endlessly customizable, and always a crowd favorite, whether served with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh veggies.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course dip
Cuisine American, Tex-Mex
Servings 8
Calories 235 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 8 oz sour cream
  • ¼ cup jalapeños (chopped , fresh or canned)
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese (shredded )
  • 5 drops Tabasco sauce (or to taste)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Preheat and Prep

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Soften the cream cheese to room temperature.

Step 2: Mix Ingredients

  • In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
  • Stir in chopped jalapeños and shredded Jack cheese.
  • Add 5 drops of Tabasco sauce and mix well.

Step 3: Bake the Dip

  • Transfer the mixture to a baking dish.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, or until bubbly and lightly golden on top.

Step 4: Serve

  • Serve hot with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.

Tips

  • Add chopped fresh jalapeños for extra heat.
  • Stir in cooked chorizo or crumbled bacon for a heartier dip.
  • Swap Monterey Jack for pepper jack to boost spiciness.
  • Add a handful of chopped green onions for freshness.
  • Mix in a small can of diced green chiles for extra flavor.
  • Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or sliced vegetables.
  • Bake the dip in a small cast-iron skillet for rustic presentation.
  • Thin with a splash of milk if you prefer a softer, pourable dip.
  • Add a sprinkle of paprika or chili powder on top before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 235kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 9gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 650IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 220mgIron: 0.3mg
Keyword appetizer, brunch potluck, cheesy, comfort food, jalapeño, party food, spicy, Tex-Mex, vintage recipe
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