Hot Beef Dip

Submitted by Bobbie S.

"My take on beef dip -- with sort of a Mexican flair."

 

• Ready In: 45mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Yields: 3 1/2 cups

ingredients

• 1 lb ground chuck
• 1⁄2 cup onion, chopped
• 1⁄4 cup bell pepper, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
• 1⁄2 - 3⁄4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• sliced ripe olives (optional)

directions

1. Brown beef with the next three ingredients. Drain well.
2. Add next 4 ingredients and combine. Stir in the refried beans.
3. Heat, stirring frequently until hot.
4. Top with the cheese and olives (if using).
5. Serve with tortilla chips or crackers.