Description
A rich, melty Tex-Mex queso loaded with smoky ground beef, Rotel, canned corn, and black beans. Velveeta Queso Blanco and cream cheese create a smooth, stretchy texture while jalapeños and lime add brightness. Perfect for game nights or gatherings.
Ingredients
1 tbsp Olive Oil (extra virgin) – Use toasted for smokiness
1 lb Ground Beef – Ground turkey works for lighter version
1 packet Taco Seasoning Mix – Stovetop style recommended
16 oz Velveeta Queso Blanco (2 cups) – Legacy brand offers best texture
8 oz Cream Cheese – Neufchâtel provides French flair
1 cup Mexican Style Cheese – Oaxaca or queso fresco alternatives
1/2 cup Milk – Almond milk lowers cholesterol
1 can Canned Corn – Frozen corn adds moisture
1 can Black Beans – Swap for kidney beans in medleys
1/2 cup Red Onion – Scallions provide similar sharpness
1 medium Jalapeño – Chile relleno peppers for extra heat
1 Lime – Break juice with mortar first
1 can Rotel Diced Tomatoes – Mild Rotel preserves moisture
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat
Add ground beef and cook until browned and crumbled
Stir in taco seasoning, corn, black beans, and Rotel
Simmer 5 minutes while Velveeta Queso Blanco melts
Add cream cheese, Mexican cheese, and milk – stir until smooth and bubbly
Remove from heat and fold in diced red onion, jalapeño, and fresh lime juice
Notes
Ground turkey makes a leaner meat option
For dairy-free: Use vegan cheese alternatives
Almond milk enhances nutritional profile
Let cool for 10 minutes before topping with tortilla chips
Store leftovers in airtight container for up to 3 days
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
