Mexi Cheese Dip
This is a fun and easy Mexican-style flavored dip. The heat level is very flexible. For increased heat, use a spicier taco seasoning, pepper-jack cheese, or a few shakes of chipotle hot sauce such as Chalupa brand.
Ingredients
- 1 8 ounce + 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 8 ounces grated cheese--suggested: colby-jack, pepper-jack, jack and cheddar mix, or a packaged Mexican cheese blend (personal favorite)
- ¾-1 cup sour cream, depending on preferred consistency
- 3-4 green onions, finely chopped, use some of the green tops for color
- 1 package taco seasoning mix (I like chipotle flavored--it has a nice smokey flavor)
- juice of 1 lime
- cilantro, optional for garnishing
Instructions
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine softened cream cheese and cheese, mixing until well blended.
- Add sour cream, onion, taco seasoning mix, and lime juice; mix well.
- Chill, covered, for 1-2 hours or until ready to serve.
- May be garnished with chopped cilantro leaves, if desired, or simply dressed with a whole cilantro leaf on top. Serve with tortilla chips of choice.
Notes
For increased heat, use a spicy taco seasoning mix, pepper-jack cheese, and/or a few shakes of chipotle hot sauce. The dip may thicken as it sits. To thin it, stir in additional sour cream or a little buttermilk.