This easy and cheesy Monster Mash is the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer for game days, parties, or family movie nights. Featuring creamy refried black beans, zesty tomatoes with green chiles, and a perfectly seasoned taco blend, this dish is loaded with flavor and topped with gooey melted cheese. Pair it with crunchy tortilla chips for a fun and flavorful dip that everyone will devour.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick & Easy: Takes just minutes to prepare with minimal ingredients.
- Crowd Favorite: Perfect for gatherings, it’s cheesy, hearty, and pairs well with chips.
- Customizable: Adjust the spice level or add extras like jalapeños or cooked ground beef for more variety.
Ingredients
- Butter (for greasing baking dish)
- 2 (20.5 oz) cans refried black beans
- 1 (10 oz) can tomatoes and green chiles, drained
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded Colby-Jack cheese (plus an additional 2 cups for topping)
- Tortilla chips (for serving)
Directions
- Preheat and Prepare:
Preheat your oven to 325°F. Lightly grease a 2-quart baking dish with butter to prevent sticking and enhance flavor. - Mix the Ingredients:
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the refried black beans, drained tomatoes with green chiles, taco seasoning, and 2 cups of shredded Colby-Jack cheese. Stir until well combined. - Assemble and Bake:
Spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly. - Add the Topping:
Remove the baking dish from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 2 cups of Colby-Jack cheese over the top. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5–10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted. - Serve:
Serve the Monster Mash hot with tortilla chips for dipping. Enjoy!
What Makes It Special
- Bold Flavors: The combination of refried beans, taco seasoning, and green chiles gives this dish a flavorful kick.
- Cheesy Perfection: Double layers of melted cheese make this dip irresistibly creamy.
- Versatile: Serve it as a dip, a topping for nachos, or even as a filling for tacos or burritos.
This Monster Mash recipe is sure to become your go-to for any occasion! 🧡
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