Mom’s Legendary Cheesy Church Dip

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This Mom’s Legendary Cheesy Church Dip is the quintessential crowd-pleaser. It’s essentially a “deconstructed taco” baked into a warm, gooey masterpiece. The layering technique is what makes it special—the sour cream stays cool and creamy in the middle while the cheese on top gets that perfect golden crust. It’s called a “Church Dip” for a reason; it’s sturdy enough to travel in a casserole dish and disappears within minutes of hitting the table!

Mom’s Legendary Cheesy Church Dip

Ingredients:

Ingredient	Amount
Ground beef or sausage	1 lb
Shredded cheese (Mexican blend or cheddar/mozzarella)	2 cups
Salsa (medium heat)	1 cup
Sour cream	1 cup
Taco seasoning	1 packet
Tortilla chips	For serving

How To Make Cheesy Church Dip:

Step 1: Brown the Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or sausage until it is fully browned.

Step 2: Season It Right: Stir in the taco seasoning and a small splash of water. Let it simmer for a few minutes. This “blooms” the spices in the seasoning packet and ensures the meat is flavorful and moist.

Step 3: Layer the Magic: Spread the seasoned meat evenly into the bottom of a baking dish. Spoon the 1 cup of salsa over the meat, then gently spread the 1 cup of sour cream on top of the salsa.

Step 4: Cheese. Generously.: Sprinkle the 2 cups of shredded cheese over the sour cream layer. As your mom says—don’t be shy! Coverage is key to getting that perfect cheesy pull.

Step 5: Bake to Bubbly Perfection: Bake at 375°F for 20/25 minutes. You are looking for the cheese to be completely melted and bubbly, with a few light golden-brown spots around the edges.

Step 6: Serve Hot: Serve it straight from the oven with a big bowl of sturdy tortilla chips that can handle the weight of the meat and cheese.

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