Rotel Dip

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This Rotel Dip is the creamy, cheesy, and zesty MVP of any snack spread, guaranteed to steal the show. With a slow cooker doing all the work, you get max flavor for minimal effort.

Prep Time10

Cook Time45

Total Time55

Servings: servings, 1 quart

Calories: 424kcal

Author: Jocelyn Delk Adams

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Ingredients

1 lb Velveeta diced
4 oz cream cheese diced
2 tsp olive oil
1/2 cup diced yellow onion
1 lb ground beef
salt and pepper to taste
10 oz rotel tomatoes
2 tsp no-salt Cajun seasoning optional
3 green onions sliced thinly

Instructions

Spray the inside of the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. In your slow cooker, add both cheeses. Set to medium or high (depending on the settings of your slow cooker) and allow to soften and melt.
Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, add your olive oil and onion and cook over medium heat until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir occasionally.
Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, break it up, and cook until no pink remains and it’s thoroughly browned, about 5-6 minutes. Remove from heat.
Add the Rotel with the juices, cajun seasoning if using and the ground beef to the slow cooker. Stir together. By now the cheeses may not have fully melted. Check again in about 15 minutes to give it another good stir. Let cook for about 45 minutes - 1 hour. *If cooking on high, it may only need to cook for 45-50 minutes once the beef mixture is added to the slow cooker.
Stir in and garnish with sliced green onions and serve with tortilla chips.

Notes

Note: If you prefer a thinner dip, you can add ¼ cup of milk along with the Rotel and beef.

How to store & reheat rotel dip

Make sure you cool it down completely. Then scoop any leftovers into an airtight container. When you want to reheat, you can either microwave in 30 second intervals stirring in between to make sure it's warm and smooth. Or you can reheat on low heat on the stovetop. If it looks a lil' thick, add a bit of milk or broth to thin it out some.

How long will rotel cheese dip last in the fridge?

It should last stored in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Can I freeze Velveeta rotel dip?

You definitely could but I don't really recommend it boos. The texture will change. But if you must, toss leftovers in a freezer bag removing all air. It should stay ok for up to 2 months.

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