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Rotel Dip Recipe

Rotel Dip is a classic, crowd-pleasing appetizer that's creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. This quick and easy recipe combines the zesty kick of Rotel tomatoes with melted cheese and savory ground meat.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • - 1 lb ground beef turkey, or sausage
  • - 1 can 10 oz Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
  • - 1 lb 16 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • - Optional toppings: chopped cilantro diced jalapeños, or green onions

Equipment

  • - Large skillet
  • - Medium saucepan or microwave-safe bowl
  • - Spatula or spoon
  • - Serving bowl

Method
 

  1. **Cook the Meat**
  2. - In a large skillet, cook the ground meat over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
  3. **Melt the Cheese**
  4. - In a medium saucepan, combine the cubed Velveeta cheese and undrained Rotel tomatoes. Heat over low to medium heat, stirring frequently, until the cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth.
  5. **Combine Ingredients**
  6. - Add the cooked meat to the cheese mixture and stir until well combined.
  7. **Serve**
  8. - Pour the dip into a serving bowl and garnish with optional toppings. Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.