Taco 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.

Prep Time15

Refrigerate up to2

Servings: (2 tablespoon servings)

Calories: 96kcal

Author: Terri @ that's some good cookin'

Ingredients

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
8 ounces grated cheese suggested: colby-jack, pepper-jack, jack and cheddar mix, or a packaged Mexican cheese blend
¾ cup sour cream, depending on preferred consistency may need a little more depending on the desired consistency of the dip
3-4 green onions, finely chopped, use some of the green tops for color
1 package taco seasoning mix
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.

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