Bean dip is a San Antonio favorite. It’s such a distinctly Texan recipe that the very first Texan entry in Clementine Paddleford’s Great American Cookbook
This version is a kitchen-sink kind of bean dip. the ingredients are everything you’d expect to see on a quesadilla or other Tex-Mex classics, all added to a single pot and simmered with a little love… And then of course, we tossed in some bacon, because everything is better with bacon. Even in Texas. We used a store bought salsa for this dish, but you could definitely use some fresh, homemade Pico de Gallo and homemade refried beans for a fresher version.
A warning though. This recipe makes a LOT of dip. You’re sure to have leftovers unless you’re feeding a crowd, which makes this perfect for Game-day. if you do have leftovers though, just whip up some tacos for dinner and use it on those. that’s what we’re doing!
Whip up a batch and let us know what you think, we’d love to hear from you!
Bean and Bacon Dip with Salsa, Sour Cream and Cheddar
Ingredients
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can refried beans (Traditional)
- a splash of chicken stock (optional)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup salsa (mild or spicy, choose your own heat level!)
- 1 small onion, diced
Instructions
- Cook bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble. Set aside.
- Heat refried beans, sour cream, salsa and chicken stock until just boiling. Reduce heat to medium low. Add cheese 1/3 at a time, stirring constantly. do not add next third until all cheese is completely melted. Stir in bacon and onions.
- Garnish with a bit of bacon, onions and a bit more cheese if desired. Serve hot.
- Share and enjoy
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 247Total Fat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 51mgSodium: 654mgCarbohydrates: 7gFiber: 2gSugar: 2gProtein: 14g
Dips are my favorite kind of food. Of all the snacks available, there’s nothing better than a good dip. Very much looking forward to trying this!
perfect timing for this weekend – we WILL have a big crowd here, this will be perfect! (and leftovers, if there are any of bean dip – will be very welcome! rancheros for breakfast!)
Kristina,
If you want leftovers, you might want to double the recipe. This stuff goes fast!
If I saw this dip at a party, I’d stand in front of the bowl until it’s all gone! No kidding! Definitely my kind of game day food!
Jean,
It’s crazy good stuff, and th advantage of making your own is that you get to control the heat. Want it hotter, add jalapeno or hot salsa. Want milde, use pico de gallo. The choices are all yours.
There’s some game coming up, right? :)
Dorothy,
That’s what they tell me. Not that it matters to me. I’ll be at work ;)
We love bean dips in my house. With lots of teenagers, this one would be gone in no time!
Kristen,
I hope you give it a shot, and that the family enjoys it!
This is ultimate party food! Perfect for this weekend!
Mallory,
This is the ultimate dip for any day. We make this at least twice a month. It’s one of my wife’s favorites.
Hello beautiful dip! How perfect for football Sunday.
Hope you give it a try. If so, let us know how you liked it!