Rotel Dip Recipe
Summary:Rotel Dip is a simple yet delicious appetizer perfect for parties, game days, or casual gatherings. Made with just a few ingredients, such as ground beef, Velveeta cheese, and Rotel tomatoes, it’s a creamy, spicy dip that's both satisfying and easy to prepare. Serve it with tortilla chips or veggies for a crowd-pleasing snack that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or sausage
- 1 10 oz can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies
- 16 oz Velveeta cheese cubed
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional
- 1/4 cup diced onions optional
- 1 tablespoon olive oil optional for sautéing onions
- Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef or sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain the excess grease and set aside.
- (Optional) In the same skillet, heat the olive oil and sauté the diced onions until soft and translucent.
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the cooked beef or sausage, Velveeta cheese, and Rotel tomatoes with green chilies. Stir continuously over medium heat until the cheese is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
- (Optional) Stir in shredded cheddar cheese for extra cheesiness.
- Pour the dip into a serving bowl and enjoy with tortilla chips
Notes
- You can adjust the heat level by choosing mild, original, or hot Rotel tomatoes.
- Add other mix-ins like cooked sausage, black beans, or green chilies for extra flavor.
- If you prefer a thinner dip, stir in a little milk while the dip is melting to reach your desired consistency.
- Keep the dip warm in a slow cooker for parties to prevent it from hardening.