Smash Queso Dip
A creamy, smoky cheese dip with seasoned ground beef, pickles, and jalapeños. Perfect for game day or a cozy gathering. Packed with flavor from A1 steak sauce, ranch seasoning, and a touch of heat.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil
- 1/2 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons A1 steak sauce
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 8 oz Velveeta or American cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup milk or evaporated milk
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional)
- 1 tablespoon pickle juice
- 1 teaspoon ranch seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 cup chopped pickles
- 1 jalapeño, diced (remove seeds for less heat)
- 2 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Sauté the diced onion and garlic in the same skillet until translucent.
- Stir in A1 steak sauce, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Reduce heat to low.
- In a saucepan, combine cubed Velveeta, cheddar, cream cheese, milk, sour cream, mayonnaise, and pickle juice. Add ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until melted and smooth.
- Fold the seasoned ground beef into the cheese mixture. Stir in pickles, green onions, and jalapeño.
- Simmer on low for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
Let the dip rest for 5 minutes to thicken. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.