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beer & chili cheese dip

Classic chili ingredients turned into a crowd-pleasing dip with a kick of beer
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizers
Keyword: cheese, chili, chili cheese dip, dip, warm
Servings: 10
Author: the communal feast

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lb. lean ground beef
  • 1/2 white onion chopped
  • 1 can red kidney beans
  • 1 clove garlic chopped
  • 1/2 cup grape tomatoes diced into small pieces
  • 1 red pepper diced into small pieces
  • 1 can green chilies
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon chipotle chili
  • 1 tablespoon coriander
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 teaspoons corn starch
  • 1 tall can of amber beer
  • 4 oz. cream cheese room temperature
  • 1 cup shredded nacho cheese
  • garnish with avocado parsley, green onion, sour cream, tomatoes
  • serve with choice of tortilla chips

Instructions

  • In a large saucepan heat olive oil over medium heat. Brown beef with onions
  • Once cooked, add beans, garlic, green chilies, tomatoes, red pepper, spices stir to coat. Mix in the cornstarch
  • Slowly add the beer. Start with 1/2 can and continue to incorporate until reduced and thickened. About 3/4 of the beer
  • Bring the mixture to a boil and reduce heat to simmer for 10 minutes
  • Stir in cream cheese and remaining cheese until melted
  • Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with avocado, sour cream, parsley, green onions, and tomatoes
  • serve with tortilla chips