Scoop It Up Taco Dip

Scoop It Up Taco Dip

Gather friends around a platter of this delicious taco "dip," with ground beef, salsa, and plenty of cheese.
Total Time 15 Minutes
Servings 12

Ingredient List

  • 1 lb (500 g) lean ground beef
  • 1 can (14 oz/398 mL) Old El Pasoᵀᴹ Refried Beans (any variety)
  • 3 cups (750 mL) shredded lettuce
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • 1 cup (250 mL) Old El Pasoᵀᴹ Thick N' Chunky Salsa
  • 1 Old El Pasoᵀᴹ Hard Taco Kit or Old El Pasoᵀᴹ Stand N' Stuff Taco Kit
  • 1 cup (250 mL) Touch of Philadelphia Shredded Creamy Mexicana Cheese

Preparation

  1. Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Break taco shells in half; arrange in single layer on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 5 to 7 minutes.
  2. Layer lettuce, beans, seasoned ground beef, cheese, tomato and salsa on large plate. Serve with warm taco shell halves for scooping.
  3. Brown beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally; drain. Stir in ½ cup (125 mL) water, seasoning mix (from kit) and taco sauce (from kit). Bring to a boil; reduce heat and cook and stir about 5 to 7 minutes, until almost all liquid has evaporated.
  4. Heat refried beans as directed on can.