Hot and Cold Taco Appetizer Dip

 

Ingredients for 8 servings:
1. 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
2. 1/2 cup water
3. 1 envelope taco seasoning
4. 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
5. 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
6. 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
7. 1 small onion, chopped
8. 2 cups shredded lettuce
9. 1/2-3/4 cup taco sauce
10. 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese or 2 cups Mexican blend cheese
11. plain tortilla chips

Directions:
1. Fry ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink, drain fat.
2. Add taco seasoning and water and simmer for 5 minutes, keep warm.
3. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
4. Spread on a serving platter or large pizza pan.
5. Layer with meat mixture, lettuce, tomatoes and onions.
6. Drizzle on taco sauce and sprinkle cheese on top.
7. Serve immediately with tortilla chips.

Enjoy your meal!

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