Hearty beef dip with cheddar, zesty sauce, and vegetables, perfect for sharing at parties or casual events.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 pound ground beef (80/20 recommended)
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
03 - 1 small green bell pepper, finely diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Sauce & Seasonings
05 - 1 cup tomato sauce
06 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste
07 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
08 - 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
09 - 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
10 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
12 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Cheese
14 - 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
→ For Serving
15 - Sliced pickled jalapeños (optional)
16 - Chopped scallions (optional)
17 - Toasted slider buns, baguette slices, or sturdy tortilla chips
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Heat a large skillet over medium flame. Add ground beef and break apart using a wooden spoon. Sauté until browned and fully cooked, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat if present.
02 - Introduce diced onion and bell pepper. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables are softened. Incorporate minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.
03 - Add tomato sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, brown sugar, smoked paprika, chili powder, kosher salt, and ground black pepper. Stir until homogenized.
04 - Reduce heat, simmer for 5 to 7 minutes with frequent stirring, allowing mixture to thicken. Adjust seasoning as preferred.
05 - Remove skillet from heat. Blend in 1 cup of shredded cheddar until smooth and incorporated.
06 - Transfer dip to a serving dish or oven-proof skillet. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheddar evenly. If desired, broil for 2 to 3 minutes until cheese surface bubbles and develops a light golden hue.
07 - Finish by garnishing with sliced pickled jalapeños and chopped scallions, if using. Serve immediately while hot, accompanied with toasted slider buns, baguette slices, or tortilla chips.
